Melinda K Knight, MD
Melinda K Knight is an Urology specialist based in Wakefield, RI with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Melinda K Knight, MD practices as part of a group urologist practice in Wakefield, RI. She has been practicing since 2006 — over 32 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1539dNPPES updated 2022-03-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline
Contact & Location
Practice Location
70 Kenyon Ave Unit 324, Wakefield, RI 02879-4253
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.22%
Rhode Island avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.9 pts)
2.22% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better73.8%
Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
193
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
324
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
993
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $157k
Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Rhode Island.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — 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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$421 received from industry
15 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Melinda K Knight's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Mar 6, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Mailing address
Po Box 229, Wakefield, RI 02880-0229
Differs from practice location
Virtual Urology Care With Melinda K Knight
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melinda K Knight for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Wakefield 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 Melinda K Knight
NPI records show Dr. Knight as active with telehealth listed in Wakefield, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 788-8780.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melinda K Knight
Practice Location
70 Kenyon Ave Unit 324, Wakefield, RI 02879-4253
Mailing Address
Po Box 229, Wakefield, RI 02880-0229
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