MELINDA BENNETT DELANCEY
NPI 1548201403
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Hattiesburg, MS
NPI Status: Active since June 09, 2006
Contact Information
4358 LINCOLN ROAD EXT STE 20A
HATTIESBURG, MS
ZIP 39402
Phone: (601) 589-9259
Fax: (601) 476-6404
NPPES record last updated: October 31, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 12, 2026.
Record update history: Feb 7, 2023, Feb 3, 2023, Dec 8, 2022 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2016).
- Individual
- Female
- Nurse Practitioner
- Family
- Accepts Insurance
- PECOS Enrolled
- Opted-Out Medicare
About MELINDA DELANCEY
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Melinda Delancey, a provider established in Hattiesburg, Mississippi with a medical specialization in Nurse Practitioner, focusing in family . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1548201403 assigned on June 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363LF0000X with license number R825528 (MS). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated one year ago.
- NPI
- 1548201403
- Provider Name
- MELINDA BENNETT DELANCEY
- Other Name
- MELINDA JORDAN BENNETT FNP
- Other Name Type
- Former Name (1)
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 4358 LINCOLN ROAD EXT STE 20A HATTIESBURG, MS 39402
- Location Phone
- (601) 589-9259
- Location Fax
- (601) 476-6404
- Mailing Address
- 4358 LINCOLN ROAD EXT STE 20A HATTIESBURG, MS 39402
- Mailing Phone
- (601) 589-9259
- Mailing Fax
- (601) 476-6404
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 06-09-2006
- Last Update Date
- 10-31-2025
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A nurse practitioner (NP) like Melinda Delancey is an experienced registered nurse with a master’s or doctoral degree and advanced clinical training. Nurse practitioners can work in many different specialties including primary care, pediatrics, cardiology, emergency, women’s health, oncology or geriatrics. Nurse practitioners provide services like physical exams, order laboratory tests, manage diseases, write prescriptions, etc.
The provider doesn't accept Medicare and has signed an affidavit to be excluded from the Medicare program. If you are a Medicare beneficiary this means a provider can charge whatever they want for services rendered but must follow certain rules to do so. Melinda Delancey opted out of Medicare effective on 07-01-2025 until 07-01-2027. Opt out periods last for two years and cannot be terminated unless the provider is opting out for the very first time and the affidavit is terminated no later than 90 days after the opt out effective date. Opt-out affidavits might renew automatically renew every two years. The provider opted out of Medicare but is permitted to order and refer services to other healthcare providers.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Nurse Practitioner Family
- Taxonomy Code
- 363LF0000X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- R825528
- License State
- MS
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 363L00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Nurse Practitioner | 825528 (MS) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Blue HSA Bronze - PPO
- Blue Protect - PPO
- Blue Saver Bronze - PPO
- Blue Standardized Statewide Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Statewide Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Value Gold - PPO
- Blue Value Silver - PPO
- Blue Access Gold for Business - PPO
- Blue Choice Platinum for Business - PPO
- Blue HSA Silver for Business - PPO
- Blue Saver Bronze for Business - PPO
- Blue Saver Gold for Business - PPO
- Blue Secure Gold for Business - PPO
- Blue Secure Silver for Business - PPO
- Molina Gold Standard - HMO
- Molina Silver Standard - HMO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Additional Identifiers
The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.
| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00123607 | MEDICAID (05) | MS |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Melinda Delancey is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
Opted-Out of Medicare? Yes
Opt-Out Effective Date: 07-01-2025
Opt-Out End Date: 07-01-2027
Eligible to Order and Refer? Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and
Physician or allowed practitioner supervision of a patient receiving medicare-covered services provided by a participating home health agency (patient not present) requiring complex and multidisciplinary care modalities involving regular physician or allow
Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes
Residence visit for new patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 75 minutes
This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsThis service involves a physician overseeing your care while you receive Medicare-covered services from a home health agency. The care you're receiving is complex and involves various disciplines. The physician isn't physically present but regularly supervises your treatment to ensure optimal health outcomes.
This service was performed 52 times for 26 patientsAn established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits a patient's home for a check-up or treatment. The visit typically lasts for about an hour. This service is especially beneficial for patients who may have difficulty traveling to a healthcare facility.
This service was performed 244 times for 92 patientsAn established patient home visit is a 25-minute appointment where a healthcare provider visits you at your home. This service is for patients who have previously been seen by the provider. It includes a check-up and discussion about your health concerns.
This service was performed 25 times for 20 patientsAn established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.
This service was performed 87 times for 55 patientsA new patient home visit is a comprehensive 75-minute appointment conducted at your home. The healthcare professional will assess your health, discuss any concerns, and create a personalized care plan. It's convenient, comfortable, and tailored to your specific needs.
This service was performed 25 times for 25 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 39402 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $80.5
- Minimum New Patient Price $51.65
- Maximum New Patient Price $159.18
- Average New Patient Copayment $20.12
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $12.91
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $39.79
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $92.2
- Minimum Established Patient Price $16.15
- Maximum Established Patient Price $129.61
- Average Established Patient Copayment $23.05
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.03
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $32.4
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
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NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1548201403, we treat the final digit (3) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 57. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 57 = 3).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 57 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1548201403, enumerated as an "individual" on June 09, 2006.
The provider is located at 4358 LINCOLN ROAD EXT STE 20A HATTIESBURG, MS 39402 and the phone number is (601) 589-9259.
Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363LF0000X and a focus in Family.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Molina. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.