Linda Melethil, D.O.
Linda Melethil is a Family Medicine specialist based in Brooklyn, NY with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Linda Melethil, D.O. specializes in family medicine, serving patients in Brooklyn, NY in independent practice. She graduated from New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology in 2013 and has 13+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in New York
- Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2308dNPPES updated 2020-01-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.63%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)
0.63% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.6%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.8 pts)
Better than 71% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
167
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
310
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,076
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $133k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ 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 (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Jan 26, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology (Class of 2013)
Mailing address
830 Avenue Z, Brooklyn, NY 11235-6213
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Linda Melethil
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Linda Melethil for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Brooklyn 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 Linda Melethil
Dr. Melethil is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Brooklyn, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (718) 218-0450.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Linda Melethil
Practice Location
135 N 7th St, Brooklyn, NY 11249-2927
Mailing Address
830 Avenue Z, Brooklyn, NY 11235-6213
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