Melissa Shein, M.D.
Melissa Shein is a Family Medicine specialist based in Anchorage, AK with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Melissa Shein, M.D. practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Anchorage, AK. A University of Washington School of Medicine graduate since 2007, she brings 19+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 83.23/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 55% of reporting doctors in Alaska
- Federal MIPS score higher than 45% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alaska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4320 Diplomacy Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508-5925
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Alaska, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202383.23/100
Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.4 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 = better6.7%
Alaska avg: 7.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.6 pts)
6.7% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.2%
Alaska avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in AlaskaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
66
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
98
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,626
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $250k
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-40%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 2007
University of Washington School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 12, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
7033 E Tudor Rd, Anchorage, AK 99507-1262
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 070007
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Family Medicine Care With Melissa Shein
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa Shein for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, 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 Shein
Dr. Shein is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Anchorage, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 729-3300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melissa Shein
Practice Location
4320 Diplomacy Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508-5925
Mailing Address
7033 E Tudor Rd, Anchorage, AK 99507-1262
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