Jason Michael Melear, M.D.
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Jason Michael Melear is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Austin, TX with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across TX can see Jason Michael Melear, M.D. in person in Austin or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine in 1996 and has 30+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 89.44/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
901 W 38th St Ste 300, Austin, TX 78705-1166
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 71% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202389.44/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.8 pts)
Better than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.76%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.3 pts)
3.76% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
543
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
168
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,145
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $5.34M
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$42.2k received from industry
66 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very High 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 2024, attributed to Jason Michael Melear's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 30, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Education & Training
Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
Po Box 911230, Dallas, TX 75391-1230
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Jason Michael Melear
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jason Michael Melear for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Austin 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 Jason Michael Melear
Dr. Melear is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Austin, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (512) 421-4100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Jason Michael Melear
Practice Location
901 W 38th St Ste 300, Austin, TX 78705-1166
Mailing Address
Po Box 911230, Dallas, TX 75391-1230
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