Melanie Lin Peterson, DO
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Melanie Lin Peterson is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Pittsburgh, PA with over 8 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Melanie Lin Peterson, DO has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 8+ years, working in group practice. She has been practicing since 2018 — over 8 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have mood disorders, hypertension, and anxiety. CMS MIPS quality score: 77.51/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 14% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 647dNPPES updated 2024-08-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202377.51/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
23
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
25
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
83
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 Mood Disorders, Hypertension, and Anxiety Disorders.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+40%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — 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.
Board certified · Aug 13, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
8 years in practice
Established
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Mailing address
3600 Forbes Ave Ste 140, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3410
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Melanie Lin Peterson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melanie Lin Peterson for mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, anxiety counseling — no travel to Pittsburgh 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 Melanie Lin Peterson
NPI records show Dr. Peterson as active with telehealth listed in Pittsburgh, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (412) 246-5320.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melanie Lin Peterson
Practice Location
3811 Ohara St Ste 431, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2561
Mailing Address
3600 Forbes Ave Ste 140, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3410
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