MELAKU AKELE PT, DPT
NPI 1942743398
Physical Therapist - Orthopedic in Santa Cruz, CA

Q: What is Melaku Akele's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melaku Akele is 1942743398. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 1, 2016.

Q: What is Melaku Akele's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Therapist, specializing in Orthopedic, with taxonomy code 2251X0800X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melaku Akele was last updated on September 9, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.

Active since December 01, 2016

548 OCEAN ST, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060(831) 423-3196 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 9, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 9, 2025, May 16, 2024, Jul 12, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2022).

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About Melaku Akele Pt, Dpt NPPES

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

MELAKU AKELE PT, DPT (NPI 1942743398) is an individual orthopedic provider in Santa Cruz, California, licensed in California (294257) and active in the NPI registry since December 2016. He maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942743398

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2251X0800X

Provider Legal NameMELAKU AKELECredential: PT, DPT

Location Address548 OCEAN STSanta Cruz, CA 95060-6602

Mailing Address2001 Butterfield Rd Ste 1600Downers Grove, IL 60515-1211

Phone(831) 423-3196

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateDecember 1, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 9, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 9, 2025

✔ NPI 1942743398 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Therapist · OrthopedicRespiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers

Taxonomy Code2251X0800X

License✔ Licensed in CA · 294257

Definition

A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in human anatomy and physiology, movement science; pathology/pathophysiology, pain science, medical and surgical considerations, orthopaedic physical therapy theory and practice, and critical inquiry for evidence-based practice.

Also ListedPhysical TherapistTaxonomy 225100000X · License 29918 (MD), 2305210590 (VA)

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 12300 N Imperial Ave Ste HCalexico, CA 92231-3209 · Phone (607) 890-7050

Location 26201 Greenbelt Rd Ste U15-16Berwyn Heights, MD 20740-2354 · Phone (301) 220-0571

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Melaku Akele Pt, Dpt is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Melaku Akele reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Active Physical Therapy Services, LLC

Physical Therapist

14405 LAUREL PL, STE 102
Laurel, MD 20707

Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia enrollment
23 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1225217334 (301) 498-1604

Ati Holdings, LLC

Physical Therapy

52 RISING SUN TOWN CTR
Rising Sun, MD 21911

Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia enrollment
276 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1396781050 (410) 297-8141

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 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.

Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes 97110

This therapy involves exercises to boost strength, endurance, flexibility, and range of motion. Each session lasts 15 minutes. The goal is to improve physical function and overall health. It's a safe, beneficial method for enhancing well-being and fitness.

222 services25 patients

Therapy procedure using functional activities 97530

A therapy procedure using functional activities encourages you to use your own body movements in day-to-day tasks to aid recovery. It aims to improve your mobility, strength, and overall health by incorporating therapeutic exercises into your routine.

168 services18 patients

Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of care G0283

Electrical stimulation is a therapy method where mild electrical pulses are used to treat pain or stimulate muscles in certain areas. It's not for wound care but is part of a broader therapy plan. It's safe, non-invasive, and can help improve overall health.

137 services18 patients

Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes 97112

This therapy helps retrain your brain, nerves, and muscles to work together. Through targeted exercises, your body learns to regain lost functions or improve current abilities. Each session lasts 15 minutes.

104 services11 patients

Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes 97140

This therapy involves using hands-on techniques to help improve your body's movement and function. These techniques may include stretching, resistance exercises, or gentle pressure. Each session lasts 15 minutes and aims to relieve pain, promote healing, and improve your overall health.

85 services18 patients

Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes 97161

An evaluation for physical therapy is a short, 20-minute assessment where your physical condition, mobility, and pain levels are examined. This helps in designing a personalized therapy plan to enhance your physical function and well-being.

19 services18 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

MEGAN LEE

Physical Therapist