BETHEL A MELAKU PA
NPI 1972717023
Physician Assistant in Washington, DC

Active since May 09, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1150 VARNUM ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017(202) 269-7001(202) 269-7684 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 30, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Bethel A Melaku Pa NPPES

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

BETHEL A MELAKU PA (NPI 1972717023) is an individual physician assistant in Washington, District Of Columbia, licensed in Maryland (C0002741) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Ctr, Inc, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972717023
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameBETHEL A MELAKUCredential: PA
Location Address1150 VARNUM ST NEWashington, DC 20017-2104
Mailing Address1150 Varnum St NeWashington, DC 20017-2104 · (202) 448-4069 · Fax (202) 269-7825
Fax(202) 269-7684
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateMay 9, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 30, 2014
NPI 1972717023 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in MD · C0002741
Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

1150 VARNUM ST NE, Washington, DC 20017

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

Bethel A Melaku Pa 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 ID8628162781
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070919000941
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 4

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
84 services66 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
65 services55 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
29 services29 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
27 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Ctr, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Lanham, MD
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number210051
Location8118 Good Luck RoadLanham, MD 20706 · Prince Georges County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20017 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
$100.31 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $25.07 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$80.66 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $20.16 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1150 VARNUM ST NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1150 VARNUM ST NE, PATHOLOGY DEPARTMENT
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Physician Assistant
1150 VARNUM ST NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Anesthesiology
1150 VARNUM ST NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Emergency Medicine
1150 VARNUM ST NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Family Medicine
1150 VARNUM ST NE, ST. CATHERINE'S HALL/1ST FL/RM 102
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Internal Medicine
1150 VARNUM ST NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Anesthesiologist Assistant
1150 VARNUM ST NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20017

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 Bethel Melaku's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bethel Melaku is 1972717023. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 9, 2007.

Where is Bethel Melaku located?

Bethel Melaku practices at 1150 Varnum St NE, Washington, DC 20017. The listed phone number is (202) 269-7001.

What is Bethel Melaku's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Bethel Melaku enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bethel Melaku 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.

Is Bethel Melaku affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bethel Melaku is affiliated with Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Ctr, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bethel Melaku was last updated on April 30, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.