MELANIE MARKHAM ORANGE M.D.
NPI 1629068069
Family Medicine in Nebo, NC

Active since October 26, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5920 US HIGHWAY 70 E, NEBO, NC 28761(828) 659-9703(828) 659-9357 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2018, Nov 30, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Melanie Markham Orange M.d. NPPES

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

MELANIE MARKHAM ORANGE M.D. (NPI 1629068069) is an individual family medicine provider in Nebo, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (36407) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629068069
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameMELANIE MARKHAM ORANGECredential: M.D.
Location Address5920 US HIGHWAY 70 ENebo, NC 28761-9565
Mailing Address2293 Sugar Hill Rd Ste DMarion, NC 28752-7787 · (828) 652-8727 · Fax (828) 652-8793
Fax(828) 659-9357
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateOctober 26, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1629068069 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in NC · 36407
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
5920 US HIGHWAY 70 E, Nebo, NC 28761

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 15920 US Highway 70 ENebo, NC 28761-9565 · Phone (828) 659-9703 · Fax (828) 659-9357
Location 22293 Sugar Hill Rd Ste DMarion, NC 28752-7787 · Phone (828) 652-8727 · Fax (828) 652-8793

Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid8964199NC
Other64199NC · Bcbs Id #
Medicaid1629068069NC
Other4514966Aetna
Other080089797NC · Medicare Railroad Id #

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Melanie Markham Orange M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8820036130
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100615000611
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
502 services190 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
102 services61 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
53 services52 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
50 services50 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
43 services43 patients
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025
A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
33 services32 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Morganton, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340075
Location2201 S Sterling StMorganton, NC 28655 · Burke County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

The Mcdowell Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Marion, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340087
Location430 Rankin Drive P O Box 730Marion, NC 28752 · Mc Dowell County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28761 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers29 claims79 services$6.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers15 claims26 services$1.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$76.48 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers30 claims30 services$20.59 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
5 suppliers42 claims42 services$112.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

Family Medicine
5920 US HIGHWAY 70 E
NEBO, NC 28761
Family Medicine
5920 US HIGHWAY 70 E
NEBO, NC 28761
Family Medicine
5920 US HIGHWAY 70 E
NEBO, NC 28761
Family Medicine
5920 US HIGHWAY 70 E
NEBO, NC 28761

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 Melanie Orange's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Orange is 1629068069. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 26, 2005.

Where is Melanie Orange located?

Melanie Orange practices at 5920 Us Highway 70 E, Nebo, NC 28761. The listed phone number is (828) 659-9703.

What is Melanie Orange's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Melanie Orange enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melanie Orange is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Melanie Orange accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list Melanie Orange as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Melanie Orange affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melanie Orange is affiliated with Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc and The Mcdowell Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melanie Orange was last updated on March 17, 2018. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.