Melinda Rebecca Ring, MD

Internal Medicine

Melinda Rebecca Ring is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Chicago, IL with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(312) 926-3627Chicago, IL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across IL can see Melinda Rebecca Ring, MD in person in Chicago or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) graduate since 1994, she brings 32+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 94.1/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 997 Internal Medicine providers in ILSee all Internal Medicine in Chicago32+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 1445dNPPES updated 2022-06-12 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical

Contact & Location

Practice Location

150 E Huron St Ste 1100, Chicago, IL 60611-2948

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Illinois.

MIPS Score

2023

94.1/100

Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.5 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

69

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

27

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

171

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $33k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+4%)74%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-25%)45%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-25%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-8%)41%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+15%)33%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-6%)28%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
28%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-6%)26%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-9%)23%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1994

    University of Illinois College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jun 11, 2022

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 32 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 1994)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Melinda Rebecca Ring

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Melinda Rebecca Ring 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 Rebecca Ring

Dr. Ring 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) 926-3627.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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