MELANIE CHITAS WHNP-BC
NPI 1912524786
Nurse Practitioner - Obstetrics & Gynecology in New Bedford, MA

Active since June 28, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
543 NORTH ST, NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740(508) 679-0911 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 12, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 12, 2024, Jun 10, 2023, Mar 4, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2020).

About Melanie Chitas Whnp-bc NPPES

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

MELANIE CHITAS WHNP-BC (NPI 1912524786) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in New Bedford, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (RN264867) and active in the NPI registry since June 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Southcoast Hospitals Group, and is a graduate of University Of Massachusetts Medical School (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912524786
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LX0001X
Provider Legal NameMELANIE CHITASCredential: WHNP-BC
Location Address543 NORTH STNew Bedford, MA 02740-2782
Mailing Address200 Mill RdFairhaven, MA 02719-5252 · (508) 973-2000 · Fax (508) 973-2001
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Massachusetts Medical SchoolGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJune 28, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 12, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 12, 2024
NPI 1912524786 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Obstetrics & GynecologyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LX0001X
License Licensed in MA · RN264867
543 NORTH ST, New Bedford, MA 02740

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 Chitas Whnp-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 ID749685139
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210824000201
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 2

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 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.
27 services26 patients
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101
This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Southcoast Hospitals Group

Acute Care Hospitals · Fall River, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220074
Location363 Highland AvenueFall River, MA 02720 · Bristol County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02740 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
$90.70 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $22.67 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$103.48 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $25.87 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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.

Nursing Care
543 NORTH ST
NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740
Social Worker (Clinical)
543 NORTH ST
NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740
Counselor (Mental Health)
543 NORTH ST, CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES
NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740
Social Worker (Clinical)
543 NORTH ST
NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740
Counselor (Mental Health)
543 NORTH ST
NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740
Social Worker
543 NORTH ST
NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740
Counselor (Mental Health)
543 NORTH ST
NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740
Registered Nurse
543 NORTH ST
NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740

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 Chitas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Chitas is 1912524786. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 28, 2020.

Where is Melanie Chitas located?

Melanie Chitas practices at 543 North St, New Bedford, MA 02740. The listed phone number is (508) 679-0911.

What is Melanie Chitas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Obstetrics & Gynecology, with taxonomy code 363LX0001X.

Is Melanie Chitas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melanie Chitas 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 Chitas accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Melanie Chitas 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 Chitas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melanie Chitas is affiliated with Southcoast Hospitals Group.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melanie Chitas was last updated on September 12, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 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.