Summary

Geriatric medicine is the focus of Dr. Melissa Gaines's practice, where she treats chronic kidney disease, heart failure, and kidney disease, and performs physical therapy, manual therapy, and ultrasound therapy. She has practiced for 22 years and is affiliated with Coxhealth Medical Center South.

Board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Gaines earned her medical degree from the University of Kansas at Wichita and completed her residency there in 2007. She sees patients in Springfield, Missouri. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Gaines 4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 22 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Kansas at Wichita
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

CoxHealth Advantage Care

1819 S National AveSpringfield, MO 65804
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Melissa Gaines, MDDr. Donald Richard Butts, MDDr. Janna Jean Trombold, MDDr. Sheri L Bethmann, DO
Geriatric MedicinePsychiatryInternal MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4 
4.5 
5 
4.3 
22 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Springfield , MOSpringfield , MOSpringfield , MOSpringfield , MO
Med School: University of Kansas at Wichita (Medical Education) Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Soutwestern Medical School Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Melissa Gaines

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cox HealthPlans
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Melissa Gaines has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Melissa Gaines has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Melissa Gaines holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Kansas at Wichita in 2007.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Kansas at Wichita (Medical Education) in 2004.

NPI Number

Melissa Gaines' NPI number is 1376557264.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Melissa Gaines speak?
Melissa Gaines speaks English.
Is Melissa Gaines accepting new patients?
Melissa Gaines is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Melissa Gaines's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Melissa Gaines affiliated with?
Melissa Gaines is affiliated with Coxhealth Medical Center South.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Gaines?
You can find contact information for Melissa Gaines here on Vitals.
Does Melissa Gaines accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Melissa Gaines has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Board certification bodies (such as ABMS)
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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