Dr. Melissa Kath, MD
Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery
18+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Melissa Kath
Melissa Kath, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in Memphis, TN.
Specialty Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
20
Years Experience
1
Location
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Plastic And Reconstructive SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of Minnesota Medical School
Class of 2006
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 4301104502 | Plastic Surgery | — |
| Tennessee | 56832 | Plastic Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Melissa Kath
With 18 years of practice, Dr. Melissa Kath is an established plastic and reconstructive surgery provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at University Of Minnesota Medical School in 2006. Dr. currently practices at Gastrointestinal Specialists Foundation, Inc. in Memphis, Tennessee. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538326434, 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. Melissa Kath as a lower-volume plastic and reconstructive surgery provider, treating approximately 36 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 68 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. Melissa Kath received $259 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
$259
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.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Melissa Kath
What does Dr. Melissa Kath specialize in?
Dr. Melissa Kath specializes in Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Plastic Surgery.
Where does Dr. Melissa Kath practice?
Dr. Melissa Kath practices at Gastrointestinal Specialists Foundation, Inc. in Memphis, Tennessee.
Does Dr. Melissa Kath accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Melissa Kath accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 36 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Melissa Kath's NPI number?
Dr. Melissa Kath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538326434. 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. Melissa Kath been practicing?
Dr. Melissa Kath has approximately 18 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 2006.