Dr. Melissa A Gaines , MD
Internal Medicine • Springfield, MO
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Melissa Gaines, MD is a certified Internal Medicine practicing in Springfield, MO. With approximately 22 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) in 2004, Dr. Gaines delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 3525 S NATIONAL AVE STE 207.
Dr. Gaines maintains professional affiliations with Lester E Cox Medical Centers, Cherry Health Center, Llc and accepts Medicare assignment . Telehealth and virtual consultation options are available for eligible patients.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include established patient outpatient office visit, visit complexity inherent to evaluation and management associated with medical care services that serve as the continuing focal point for all needed health care services and/or with medical care services that are part of ongoing care related to a patient's, insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
3525 S National Ave Ste 207
Springfield, MO 658077315
Medicare Profile & Education
University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/wich/sal)
2004
✓ Accepts Assignment
Telehealth Services Available
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Internal Medicine in Springfield, MO
Practicing in Springfield, MO (2747 Statewide)
✓ Offers Virtual Consultations
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
568 | 345 | $299.40 | $118.24 |
|
G2211
Visit complexity inherent to evaluation and management associated with medical care services that serve as the continuing focal point for all needed health care services and/or with medical care services that are part of ongoing care related to a patient's
|
540 | 312 | $52.80 | $15.46 |
|
36415
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample
|
389 | 259 | $14.40 | $8.65 |
|
99215
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more
|
262 | 171 | $404.41 | $166.89 |
|
96372
Injection beneath the skin or into muscle for therapy, diagnosis, or prevention
|
83 | 21 | $68.15 | $12.97 |
|
99441
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes
|
52 | 50 | $92.09 | $51.12 |
|
G0008
Administration of influenza virus vaccine
|
50 | 50 | $40.40 | $29.84 |
|
99496
Transitional care management services for problem of high complexity
|
46 | 40 | $781.20 | $255.33 |
|
90653
Vaccine for influenza for injection into muscle
|
28 | 28 | $57.47 | $56.24 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
24 | 21 | $199.62 | $83.72 |
|
90662
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free
|
22 | 22 | $63.00 | $61.74 |
|
99495
Transitional care management services for problem of at least moderate complexity
|
19 | 18 | $554.40 | $188.79 |
|
71046
X-ray of chest, 2 views
|
18 | 18 | $65.43 | $19.81 |
|
99474
Self measured blood pressure measurements
|
17 | 13 | $31.53 | $15.01 |
|
99483
Assessment of and care planning for patient with impaired thought processing, typically 50 minutes
|
17 | 17 | $566.40 | $250.11 |
|
99349
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes
|
17 | 12 | $378.88 | $118.88 |
|
G0439
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit
|
13 | 13 | $270.00 | $119.61 |
|
99497
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes
|
12 | 12 | $255.60 | $76.89 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
CMS Verified: 2021-05-20NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207R00000X
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207RH0002X
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Cherry Health Center, Llc
607 W Battlefield St, Springfield, MO 658074123
Phone: 4178692000
Lester E Cox Medical Centers
1819 S National Ave, Springfield, MO 658042217
Phone: 4172699220
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Family Medicine
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Nurse Practitioner - Family
Family Nurse Practitioner (Certified)
Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Family Medicine - Geriatric Medicine
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Nurse Practitioner - Family
Family Nurse Practitioner (Certified)
Nurse Practitioner - Adult Health
CA, GNP
Career & Practice History Timeline
Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes
Registered at PO BOX 802843, KANSAS CITY, MO 641802843 (Tel: 4177306430)
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 3525 S NATIONAL AVE STE 207, SPRINGFIELD, MO 658077315 (Tel: 4172699220)
Registered at PO BOX 4046, SPRINGFIELD, MO 658084046 (Tel: (417) 269-5712)
Recorded as MELISSA GAINES, MD
Internal Medicine (License #2015014884 in MO)
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 8533 E 32ND ST N, WICHITA, KS 672262611 (Tel: 3162932622)
Registered at PO BOX 1358, WICHITA, KS 672011358 (Tel: 3162933429)
Recorded as MELISSA GAINES, MD
Internal Medicine (License #04-31578 in KS)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
Po Box 802843
Kansas City, MO 641802843
Phone: 4177306430
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