Melissa Lizette Sanchez, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Melissa Lizette Sanchez is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Houston, TX with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GERIATRIC PSYCHIATRY
Melissa Lizette Sanchez, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 12+ years, working in group practice. She has been practicing since 2014 — over 12 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, depression, and anxiety. CMS MIPS quality score: 91.34/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 90% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 84% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1977 Butler Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4101
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 84% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202391.34/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.7 pts)
Better than 84% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.7%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.9 pts)
Top 10% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
240
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
294
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,240
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $228k
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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, Depression, and Anxiety Disorders.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$18 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Lizette Sanchez's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Nov 17, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Mailing address
1977 Butler Blvd Fl 4, Houston, TX 77030-4101
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Melissa Lizette Sanchez
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa Lizette Sanchez for cholesterol management, depression management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Houston 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 Lizette Sanchez
NPI records show Dr. Sanchez as active with telehealth listed in Houston, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (713) 798-4857.
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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Practice Location
1977 Butler Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4101
Mailing Address
1977 Butler Blvd Fl 4, Houston, TX 77030-4101
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