MELISSA ANDERSON LAXTON MD
NPI 1932186178
Anesthesiology in Winston Salem, NC

Q: What is Melissa Laxton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Laxton is 1932186178. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 29, 2005.

Q: What is Melissa Laxton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Laxton was last updated on September 8, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.

Active since December 29, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157(336) 716-2255 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 8, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

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About Melissa Anderson Laxton Md NPPES

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

MELISSA ANDERSON LAXTON MD (NPI 1932186178) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2001 00059) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932186178

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameMELISSA ANDERSON LAXTONCredential: MD

Location AddressMEDICAL CENTER BLVDWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001

Mailing AddressPo Box 344Winston Salem, NC 27102-0344 · (336) 716-2255

Phone(336) 716-2255

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998

Enumeration DateDecember 29, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 8, 2017

✔ NPI 1932186178 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 2001 00059

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License 200100059 (NC)

MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, Winston Salem, NC 27157

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Other Identifiers 9

Other13276NC · Bcbs

Medicare PIN2006657ANC

MedicaidQ0005CSC

Medicaid8913276NC

OtherC0619NC · Medcost

Medicaid5720478VA

Medicaid2004626000WV

Other802064NC · Partners

Other7892456Aetna

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Melissa Anderson Laxton Md 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 ID2961547831

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100303000253

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 6

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910

Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.

17 services17 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

15 services15 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

15 services15 patients

Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812

Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.

13 services13 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen outside abdominal cavity 00860

Anesthesia for a procedure on the lower abdomen outside the abdominal cavity involves medication to numb the area or make you sleep, ensuring comfort and painlessness during the procedure. It is safe and commonly used in many medical procedures.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

North Carolina Baptist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340047

LocationMedical Center BoulevardWinston-Salem, NC 27157 · Forsyth County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lexington Memorial Hospital Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340096

Location250 Hospital Drive PO Box 1817Lexington, NC 27293 · Davidson County

Emergency services

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.

CRAIG MICHAEL COMBS MD

Anesthesiology