Melissa Brook Zimmerman, MD, MPH
Melissa Brook Zimmerman is a Pediatrics specialist based in Deerfield, IL with over 10 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Melissa Brook Zimmerman, MD, MPH practices as part of a group pediatrics specialist practice in Deerfield, IL. She graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2016 and has 10+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 94.1/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 49% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Uses generic medications more than 41% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
350 S Waukegan Rd Ste 100&200, Deerfield, IL 60015-5239
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Illinois, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202394.1/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in IllinoisHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.62%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Illinois0.62% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.5%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
278
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
353
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,892
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $277k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
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, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — 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 · 2016
Ohio State University College of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 27, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
10 years in practice
Established
A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.
Taxonomy: 208000000X
Education & Training
Ohio State University College of Medicine (Class of 2016)
Mailing address
840 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60612-4325
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pediatrics Care With Melissa Brook Zimmerman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa Brook Zimmerman for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Deerfield 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 Brook Zimmerman
NPI records show Dr. Zimmerman as active with telehealth listed in Deerfield, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (847) 535-7994.
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 Brook Zimmerman
Practice Location
350 S Waukegan Rd Ste 100&200, Deerfield, IL 60015-5239
Mailing Address
840 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60612-4325
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