Dr. Melany Hughes, M.D.
General Surgery
19+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Melany Hughes
Melany Hughes, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Salisbury, MD.
Specialty Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
21
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
General SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Howard University College Of Medicine
Class of 2005
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 0 | Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Melany Hughes
With 19 years of practice, Dr. Melany Hughes is an established general surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Howard University College Of Medicine in 2005. Dr. currently practices at Peninsula Imaging Llc in Salisbury, Maryland. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396925608, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Melany Hughes as a lower-volume general surgery provider, treating approximately 85 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 247 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Melany Hughes received $269 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$269
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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General Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 21804
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Melany Hughes
What does Dr. Melany Hughes specialize in?
Dr. Melany Hughes specializes in General Surgery.
Where does Dr. Melany Hughes practice?
Dr. Melany Hughes practices at Peninsula Imaging Llc in Salisbury, Maryland.
Does Dr. Melany Hughes accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Melany Hughes accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 85 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Melany Hughes's NPI number?
Dr. Melany Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396925608. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Melany Hughes been practicing?
Dr. Melany Hughes has approximately 19 years of practice experience, having graduated from Howard University College Of Medicine in 2005.