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DR. FERNANDO E MELARAGNO DO
NPI 1912161613
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Erie, PA

Active since July 11, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5535 PEACH ST, ERIE, PA 16509(814) 868-3488(877) 857-2746 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 28, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 28, 2022, Feb 13, 2020, Mar 17, 2018 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Fernando E Melaragno Do NPPES

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

DR. FERNANDO E MELARAGNO DO (NPI 1912161613) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Erie, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (OS017221) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Chautauqua At Wca, and is a graduate of Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912161613
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. FERNANDO E MELARAGNOCredential: DO
Location Address5535 PEACH STErie, PA 16509-2603
Mailing Address1 Lecom PlErie, PA 16505-2571 · Fax (814) 868-2522
Phone(814) 868-3488
Fax(877) 857-2746
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine, ErieGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 28, 20225 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 28, 2022
✔ NPI 1912161613 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RE0101X
License✔ Licensed in PA · OS017221
Definition
An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.
5535 PEACH ST, Erie, PA 16509
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1029823750008PA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Fernando E Melaragno Do 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 ID6305160219
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150126000904
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 Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Fernando Melaragno reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Millcreek Community Hospital
Same address
Geriatric Medicine
5535 PEACH ST FL 1
Erie, PA 16509
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1609970284 (Pennsylvania)
  • 7 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1780219022 (814) 868-3488
Clinical Practice Of Lecom Institute For Successful Living
0.2 mi
Internal Medicine
5401 PEACH ST STE 3400
Erie, PA 16509
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 19 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1912768425 (814) 868-2200
Medical Associates Of Erie
0.2 mi
Family Medicine
1589 W 54TH ST
Erie, PA 16509
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 69 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568580629 (814) 864-0690
Corry Memorial Hospital Association
18 mi
Rural Health
101 E HIGH ST
Union City, PA 16438
NPI 1255967956 (814) 664-4641

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.

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.
221 services112 patients
Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine 77080
A DXA bone density measurement is a simple, quick, and non-invasive procedure that assesses the strength of your bones. This test uses X-rays to measure the amount of minerals, mainly calcium, in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps in early detection of osteoporosis or other bone diseases.
67 services67 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251
This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
61 services26 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.
24 services21 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
22 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Upmc Chautauqua At Wca

Acute Care Hospitals · Jamestown, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330239
Location207 Foote AvenueJamestown, NY 14701 · Chautauqua County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Meadville Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Meadville, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390113
Location751 Liberty StreetMeadville, PA 16335 · Crawford County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Millcreek Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Erie, PA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390198
Location5515 Peach StreetErie, PA 16509 · Erie County
Emergency services

Lecom Health Corry Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Corry, PA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number391308
Location965 Shamrock LaneCorry, PA 16407 · Erie County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 16509 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

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

Supplies for maintenance of insulin infusion catheter, per week A4224
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers11 claims143 services$18.40 avg. paid by Medicare
Supplies for external insulin infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each A4225
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers11 claims350 services$2.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for adjunctive continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service A4238
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers26 claims26 services$174.08 avg. paid by Medicare
Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
19 suppliers75 claims170 services$5.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
8 suppliers17 claims17 services$0.80 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers152 claims152 services$185.33 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 19

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

RYAN J LYNCH DO
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
5535 PEACH ST
ERIE, PA 16509
Erie County (814) 868-3488
DR. JEAN M STORM DO
Internal Medicine
5535 PEACH ST
ERIE, PA 16509
Erie County (814) 868-3488
MILLCREEK MANOR PHARMACY
Pharmacy (Long Term Care Pharmacy)
5535 PEACH ST
ERIE, PA 16509
Erie County (814) 868-3869
DR. GIANPIERO MARTONE DO
Psychiatry & Neurology (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)
5535 PEACH ST
ERIE, PA 16509
Erie County (814) 868-3488
DR. JENNIFER ANN KLINE PHARMD
Pharmacist
5535 PEACH ST
ERIE, PA 16509
Erie County (814) 868-3452
BRANDON MICHAEL SING PHARM.D.
Pharmacist
5535 PEACH ST
ERIE, PA 16509
Erie County (814) 868-3984
MIKAYLA CONANT
Occupational Therapy Assistant
5535 PEACH ST
ERIE, PA 16509
Erie County (814) 868-3888
MILLCREEK MANOR
Clinical Medical Laboratory
5535 PEACH ST
ERIE, PA 16509
Erie County (814) 868-2496

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 Fernando Melaragno's NPI number?

The NPI number for Fernando Melaragno is 1912161613. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2008.

Where is Fernando Melaragno located?

Fernando Melaragno practices at 5535 Peach St, Erie, PA 16509. The listed phone number is (814) 868-3488.

What is Fernando Melaragno's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, with taxonomy code 207RE0101X.

Is Fernando Melaragno enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Fernando Melaragno 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Fernando Melaragno's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Fernando Melaragno reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Millcreek Community Hospital (Erie, PA), Clinical Practice Of Lecom Institute For Successful Living (Erie, PA), Medical Associates Of Erie (Erie, PA) and Corry Memorial Hospital Association (Union City, PA). Each 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 Fernando Melaragno's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Fernando Melaragno accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Fernando Melaragno 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 Fernando Melaragno affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Fernando Melaragno is affiliated with Upmc Chautauqua At Wca, Meadville Medical Center, Millcreek Community Hospital and Lecom Health Corry Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Fernando Melaragno was last updated on December 28, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.