David Isaias Ortiz Melo, M.D.
David Isaias Ortiz Melo is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Durham, NC with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 22 years in internal medicine, David Isaias Ortiz Melo, M.D. is a long-established nephrologist in Durham. He has been in practice for 22+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 47% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4373dNPPES updated 2014-06-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.16%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North Carolina1.16% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
419
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
285
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,325
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $204k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$13 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to David Isaias Ortiz Melo's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
22 years in practice
Experienced
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Mailing address
Po Box 63362, Charlotte, NC 28263-3362
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With David Isaias Ortiz Melo
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David Isaias Ortiz Melo for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Durham required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David Isaias Ortiz Melo
NPI records show Dr. Ortiz Melo as active with telehealth listed in Durham, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 684-8111.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David Isaias Ortiz Melo
Practice Location
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710-4000
Mailing Address
Po Box 63362, Charlotte, NC 28263-3362
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