Melissa Sue Auer
Melissa Sue Auer is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Bethlehem, PA with over 14 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Melissa Sue Auer specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Bethlehem, PA in independent practice. She graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie in 2012 and has 14+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Uses generic medications more than 72% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1234dNPPES updated 2023-01-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2649 Schoenersville Rd Ste 201, Bethlehem, PA 18017-7316
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 = better1.24%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Pennsylvania1.24% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)
Better than 72% of reporting doctors in PennsylvaniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
406
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
672
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,409
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $641k
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 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.52 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2012
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Jan 4, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
14 years in practice
Established
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
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie (Class of 2012)
Mailing address
Po Box 783311, Philadelphia, PA 19178-3311
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Melissa Sue Auer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa Sue Auer for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Bethlehem 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 Melissa Sue Auer
NPI records show Dr. Auer as active with telehealth listed in Bethlehem, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (484) 884-8110.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melissa Sue Auer
Practice Location
2649 Schoenersville Rd Ste 201, Bethlehem, PA 18017-7316
Mailing Address
Po Box 783311, Philadelphia, PA 19178-3311
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