MRS. MELISSA L SHELDON FNP-C
NPI 1689223141
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Athens, TX

Active since September 08, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
63.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
117 MEDICAL CIR, ATHENS, TX 75751(903) 676-3200(903) 676-3277 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 18, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 18, 2023, Mar 1, 2023, Jan 13, 2023 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2019).

About Mrs. Melissa L Sheldon Fnp-c NPPES

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

MRS. MELISSA L SHELDON FNP-C (NPI 1689223141) is an individual family provider in Athens, Texas, licensed in Texas (1041220) and active in the NPI registry since September 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ut Health East Texas Athens Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Gun Barrel City.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689223141
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. MELISSA L SHELDONCredential: FNP-C
Location Address117 MEDICAL CIRAthens, TX 75751-9003
Mailing Address117 Medical CirAthens, TX 75751-9003 · (903) 676-3200 · Fax (903) 676-3277
Fax(903) 676-3277
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateSeptember 8, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 18, 20236 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 18, 2023
NPI 1689223141 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in TX · 1041220
117 MEDICAL CIR, Athens, TX 75751

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1170 Municipal DrGun Barrel City, TX 75156-3704 · Phone (903) 887-7992 · Fax (903) 887-7996

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

Mrs. Melissa L Sheldon Fnp-c 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 ID6901282235
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221010002414
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 7

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.
83 services70 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
50 services48 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
35 services28 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
22 services16 patients
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated 81001
A manual urinalysis test with automated microscopic examination is a lab process that checks your urine for health indicators. It involves a machine scanning your sample to identify any abnormal elements, which can assist in diagnosing various conditions.
17 services15 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) 87880
A detection test by immunoassay for Group A Strep is a quick procedure to identify a bacterial infection in your throat. It involves taking a throat swab and applying it to a test strip, which changes color if Strep bacteria are present.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ut Health East Texas Athens Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450389
Location2000 South Palestine StAthens, TX 75751 · Henderson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 75751 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

63.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality85.71
Promoting Interoperability0
Improvement Activities40
Cost75.54

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 14

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

Family Medicine
117 MEDICAL CIR
ATHENS, TX 75751
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
117 MEDICAL CIR
ATHENS, TX 75751
Internal Medicine
117 MEDICAL CIR
ATHENS, TX 75751
Family Medicine
117 MEDICAL CIR
ATHENS, TX 75751
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
117 MEDICAL CIR
ATHENS, TX 75751
Family Medicine
117 MEDICAL CIR
ATHENS, TX 75751
Family Medicine
117 MEDICAL CIR
ATHENS, TX 75751
Family Medicine
117 MEDICAL CIR
ATHENS, TX 75751

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 Sheldon's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Sheldon is 1689223141. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 8, 2019.

Where is Melissa Sheldon located?

Melissa Sheldon practices at 117 Medical Cir, Athens, TX 75751. The listed phone number is (903) 676-3200.

What is Melissa Sheldon's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Melissa Sheldon enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Sheldon 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 Melissa Sheldon accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list Melissa Sheldon 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 Melissa Sheldon affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melissa Sheldon is affiliated with Ut Health East Texas Athens Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Sheldon was last updated on August 18, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.