MELISSA A. LIGHTNER CRNP
NPI 1598208951
Nurse Practitioner in Lewistown, PA

Q: What is Melissa Lightner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Lightner is 1598208951. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 2, 2016. The provider is also known as Melissa A. Galloway Crnp.

Q: What is Melissa Lightner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Lightner was last updated on July 24, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since December 02, 2016PECOS Enrolled

211 E 3RD ST, LEWISTOWN, PA 17044(717) 242-7297 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 24, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 24, 2020, Jul 9, 2018, Jul 6, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Melissa A. Lightner Crnp NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MELISSA A. LIGHTNER CRNP (NPI 1598208951) is an individual nurse practitioner in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (SP016546) and active in the NPI registry since December 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598208951

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363L00000X

Provider Legal NameMELISSA A. LIGHTNERCredential: CRNP

Location Address211 E 3RD STLewistown, PA 17044-1712

Mailing Address100 N Academy AveDanville, PA 17822-4903 · (570) 271-6144

Phone(717) 242-7297

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateDecember 2, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 24, 20203 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 24, 2020

✔ NPI 1598208951 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363L00000X

License✔ Licensed in PA · SP016546

Definition

(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.

Also ListedNurse Practitioner · FamilyTaxonomy 363LF0000X · License SP016546 (PA)

211 E 3RD ST, Lewistown, PA 17044

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Melissa A. Galloway Crnp

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Melissa A. Lightner Crnp is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Melissa Lightner reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Geisinger Clinic

1.3 mi

Internal Medicine

21 GEISINGER LN
Lewistown, PA 17044

Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
4,429 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1770534166 (717) 242-4200

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

38 services32 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

27 services21 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

21 services21 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

17 services17 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

13 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17044 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$84.88 typical visit price

range $54.64 – $166.87

Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$96.82 typical visit price

range $17.33 – $135.84

Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

ANDREW JOHN YOUNG M.D.

Radiology (Radiation Oncology)

211 E 3RD ST
LEWISTOWN, PA 17044

Mifflin County (717) 242-7297

MICHAEL J. GALLAGHER M.D.

Radiology (Radiation Oncology)

211 E 3RD ST
LEWISTOWN, PA 17044

Mifflin County (717) 242-7297

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Melissa Lightner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Lightner is 1598208951. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 2, 2016. The provider is also known as Melissa A. Galloway Crnp.

Where is Melissa Lightner located?

Melissa Lightner practices at 211 E 3rd St, Lewistown, PA 17044. The listed phone number is (717) 242-7297.

What is Melissa Lightner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Melissa Lightner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Lightner is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Melissa Lightner's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Melissa Lightner reassigns Medicare benefits to Geisinger Clinic (Lewistown, PA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Melissa Lightner's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Lightner was last updated on July 24, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.