Melissa A. Lightner, CRNP
Melissa A. Lightner is a Nurse Practitioner based in Lewistown, PA with over 10 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across PA can see Melissa a. Lightner, CRNP in person in Lewistown or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 10+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Lewistown area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 54% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2130dNPPES updated 2020-07-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
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, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — 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 (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Board certified · Jul 23, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
10 years in practice
Established
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
Taxonomy: 363L00000X
Mailing address
100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822-4903
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Melissa a. Lightner
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa a. Lightner for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Lewistown required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melissa a. Lightner
Dr. Lightner is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lewistown, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (717) 242-7297.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melissa a. Lightner
Practice Location
211 E 3rd St, Lewistown, PA 17044-1712
Mailing Address
100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822-4903
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