MELISSA LYNN SPEARS MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
NPI 1790911469
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in Knoxville, TN

Active since June 08, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
408 N CEDAR BLUFF RD STE 305, KNOXVILLE, TN 37923(865) 888-5818(865) 888-5819 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 5, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 5, 2025, Jun 29, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Melissa Lynn Spears Msn, Aprn, Pmhnp-bc NPPES

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

MELISSA LYNN SPEARS MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC (NPI 1790911469) is an individual psychiatric/mental health provider in Knoxville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (29824) and active in the NPI registry since June 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (2021).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790911469
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LP0808X
Provider Legal NameMELISSA LYNN SPEARSCredential: MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Location Address408 N CEDAR BLUFF RD STE 305Knoxville, TN 37923-3648
Mailing Address1167 Spratlin Park DrGray, TN 37615-6205 · (423) 467-3600 · Fax (423) 467-3644
Fax(865) 888-5819
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateJune 8, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 5, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 5, 2025
NPI 1790911469 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Psychiatric/Mental HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LP0808X
License Licensed in TN · 29824
Also ListedRegistered NurseTaxonomy 163W00000X · License 164427 (TN)
408 N CEDAR BLUFF RD STE 305, Knoxville, TN 37923

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1208 E Unaka AveJohnson City, TN 37601-4626 · Phone (423) 926-0940
Location 2201 W Springdale AveKnoxville, TN 37917-5158 · Phone (865) 329-9173

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

Melissa Lynn Spears Msn, Aprn, Pmhnp-bc 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 ID8729480751
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210713001735
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 3

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.
77 services18 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.
43 services14 patients
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services 90792
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services is a comprehensive assessment. It includes a detailed examination of your mental health and physical wellbeing, as well as your personal and family history. This evaluation aids in creating an effective treatment plan.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37923 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
$81.53 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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 20

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

Dietitian, Registered
408 N CEDAR BLUFF RD STE 305
KNOXVILLE, TN 37923
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
408 N CEDAR BLUFF RD STE 305
KNOXVILLE, TN 37923
Counselor (Professional)
408 N CEDAR BLUFF RD STE 305
KNOXVILLE, TN 37923
Behavior Analyst
408 N CEDAR BLUFF RD STE 305
KNOXVILLE, TN 37923
Counselor
408 N CEDAR BLUFF RD STE 305
KNOXVILLE, TN 37923
Case Manager/Care Coordinator
408 N CEDAR BLUFF RD STE 305
KNOXVILLE, TN 37923
Community Health Worker
408 N CEDAR BLUFF RD STE 305
KNOXVILLE, TN 37923
Counselor (Professional)
408 N CEDAR BLUFF RD STE 305
KNOXVILLE, TN 37923

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 Spears's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Spears is 1790911469. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 8, 2009.

Where is Melissa Spears located?

Melissa Spears practices at 408 N Cedar Bluff Rd Ste 305, Knoxville, TN 37923. The listed phone number is (865) 888-5818.

What is Melissa Spears's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Psychiatric/Mental Health, with taxonomy code 363LP0808X.

Is Melissa Spears enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Spears 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 Spears accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 4 other insurers list Melissa Spears 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Spears was last updated on December 5, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months 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.