Melissa Schoenwetter, D.O.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Melissa Schoenwetter is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Vacaville, CA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 24 years in internal medicine, Melissa Schoenwetter, D.O. is a long-established rheumatologist in Vacaville. With 24+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Vacaville area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4229dNPPES updated 2014-10-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1010 Nut Tree Rd Suite 200, Vacaville, CA 95687-4172
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.77%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California1.77% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
413
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
256
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,754
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.01M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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, Arthritis, 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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$827 received from industry
39 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Schoenwetter's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
24 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190145
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Melissa Schoenwetter
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa Schoenwetter for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Vacaville 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 Schoenwetter
Dr. Schoenwetter is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Vacaville, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (707) 624-8530.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melissa Schoenwetter
Practice Location
1010 Nut Tree Rd Suite 200, Vacaville, CA 95687-4172
Mailing Address
1010 Nut Tree Rd Suite 200, Vacaville, CA 95687-4172
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