Melissa B. Lesko, D. O.
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
Melissa B. Lesko is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Summit, NJ with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Melissa B. Lesko, D. O. practices as part of a group pulmonologist practice in Summit, NJ. Trained at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (class of 2009), she has been practicing for over 17 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, COPD, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 84.47/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 43% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Jersey
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1 Springfield Ave Fl 3, Summit, NJ 07901-4055
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in New Jersey.
MIPS Score
202384.47/100
New Jersey avg: 83.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.9 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in New JerseyHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
129
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
60
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
309
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $60k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,091 reporting peers in New Jersey.
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, COPD, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+55%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$473 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Melissa B. Lesko's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2009
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Mar 17, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
17 years in practice
Experienced
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Education & Training
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 2009)
Mailing address
Po Box 416457, Boston, MA 02241-6457
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Melissa B. Lesko
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa B. Lesko for blood pressure monitoring, COPD management, cholesterol management — no travel to Summit 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 B. Lesko
NPI records show Dr. Lesko as active with telehealth listed in Summit, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (908) 934-0555.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melissa B. Lesko
Practice Location
1 Springfield Ave Fl 3, Summit, NJ 07901-4055
Mailing Address
Po Box 416457, Boston, MA 02241-6457
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