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DR. MELISSA G. KRESS D.O.
NPI 1992810972
Otolaryngology - Pediatric Otolaryngology in The Woodlands, TX

Active since August 20, 2006PECOS Enrolled
17600 INTERSTATE 45 S, THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384(936) 267-7400 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 9, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 9, 2026, Jan 28, 2026, Jul 1, 2024 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Melissa G. Kress D.o. NPPES

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

DR. MELISSA G. KRESS D.O. (NPI 1992810972) is an individual pediatric otolaryngology provider in The Woodlands, Texas, licensed in Texas (P2024) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains a secondary practice location in San Antonio.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992810972
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207YP0228X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELISSA G. KRESSCredential: D.O.
Location Address17600 INTERSTATE 45 SThe Woodlands, TX 77384-5148
Mailing Address17600 Interstate 45 SouthThe Woodlands, TX 77384-5148 · (936) 267-7400
Phone(936) 267-7400
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateAugust 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 9, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 9, 2026
✔ NPI 1992810972 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngology · Pediatric OtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207YP0228X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · P2024✔ Licensed in FL · OS8500
Definition
A pediatric otolaryngologist has special expertise in the management of infants and children with disorders that include congenital and acquired conditions involving the aerodigestive tract, nose and paranasal sinuses, the ear and other areas of the head and neck. The pediatric otolaryngologist has special skills in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of childhood disorders of voice, speech, language and hearing.
17600 INTERSTATE 45 S, The Woodlands, TX 77384
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 116723 Huebner RdSan Antonio, TX 78248-2351 · Phone (210) 644-3600 · Fax (210) 702-6963

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid000921115AGA
Medicaid1992810972TX
Medicaid262508300FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company), Moda Health Plan, Inc..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 (PECOS)

Dr. Melissa G. Kress D.o. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

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.

DANIELLE LYNN CHOQUETTE
Physician Assistant
17600 INTERSTATE 45 S
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Montgomery County (936) 267-5000
DR. EDWARD ANTHONY WRIGHT MEDICAL DOCTOR
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine)
17600 INTERSTATE 45 S
CONROE, TX 77384
Montgomery County (936) 267-5000
FABIANA JUAN MARTINUZZI MD
Emergency Medicine
17600 INTERSTATE 45 S
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Montgomery County (936) 267-5000
TARANNUM FATIMA
Physician Assistant
17600 INTERSTATE 45 S
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Montgomery County (936) 267-5000
CARYSSA CHANTILLE BURCKART PA-C
Physician Assistant
17600 INTERSTATE 45 S
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Montgomery County (936) 267-5000
TIFFANIE JACQUESS RICHARDSON PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
17600 INTERSTATE 45 S
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Montgomery County (936) 267-5000
ANNA MARIE GOOCH PA-C
Physician Assistant
17600 INTERSTATE 45 S
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Montgomery County (936) 267-5000
DR. JILL C BECK MD
Otolaryngology (Pediatric Otolaryngology)
17600 INTERSTATE 45 S
CONROE, TX 77384
Montgomery County (936) 267-7400

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 Melissa Kress's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Kress is 1992810972. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 20, 2006.

Where is Melissa Kress located?

Melissa Kress practices at 17600 Interstate 45 S, The Woodlands, TX 77384. The listed phone number is (936) 267-7400.

What is Melissa Kress's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology, specializing in Pediatric Otolaryngology, with taxonomy code 207YP0228X.

Is Melissa Kress enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Kress is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Melissa Kress accept?

Health plans from Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and Moda Health Plan, Inc. list Melissa Kress 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Kress was last updated on April 9, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.