Melinda Kay Lukens, MD
Melinda Kay Lukens is an Obstetrics & Gynecology specialist based in Chicago, IL with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 21 years in obstetrics & gynecology, Melinda Kay Lukens, MD is a long-established OB/GYN in Chicago. Trained at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (class of 2005), she has been practicing for over 21 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
676 N Saint Clair St #1880, Chicago, IL 60611-2927
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better79.3%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
48
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
19
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
82
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $19k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
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 (-10%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$144 received from industry
6 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 Kay Lukens's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 4, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
Taxonomy: 207V00000X
Education & Training
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Virtual Obstetrics & Gynecology Care With Melinda Kay Lukens
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melinda Kay Lukens for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Chicago 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 Kay Lukens
Dr. Lukens is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Chicago, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (312) 642-9844.
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 Kay Lukens
Practice Location
676 N Saint Clair St #1880, Chicago, IL 60611-2927
Mailing Address
676 N Saint Clair St #1880, Chicago, IL 60611-2927
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