Melissa Mary Hardesty, MD
Gynecologic Oncology Obstetrics & Gynecology
Melissa Mary Hardesty is a Gynecologic Oncology Obstetrics & Gynecology specialist based in Anchorage, AK with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Melissa Mary Hardesty, MD has been part of the Anchorage medical community since 2005 in group practice. She graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University in 2001 and has 25+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, cancer, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 87.09/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 54% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alaska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3851 Piper St Ste U264, Anchorage, AK 99508-6903
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Alaska.
MIPS Score
202387.09/100
Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in AlaskaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.15%
Alaska avg: 7.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.1 pts)
8.15% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better76.8%
Alaska avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
231
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
122
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
798
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.58M
Percentile rankings compared against 253 reporting peers in Alaska.
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 Hypertension, Cancer, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$22.1k received from industry
23 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Melissa Mary Hardesty's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
Albany Medical College
25 years in practice
Experienced
An obstetrician/gynecologist who provides consultation and comprehensive management of patients with gynecologic cancer, including those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with gynecologic cancer and resulting complications.
Taxonomy: 207VX0201X
Education & Training
Albany Medical College of Union University (Class of 2001)
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 064029
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa Mary Hardesty for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, cholesterol management — no travel to Anchorage 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 Mary Hardesty
NPI records show Dr. Hardesty as active with telehealth listed in Anchorage, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 562-4673.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melissa Mary Hardesty
Practice Location
3851 Piper St Ste U264, Anchorage, AK 99508-6903
Mailing Address
3851 Piper St Ste U264, Anchorage, AK 99508-6903
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