Summary

Dr. Melissa Purtteman is a family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine. She completed her residency training through the PSPH Family Medicine Residency Program in 2013, bringing 16 years of clinical experience to her practice. Dr. Purtteman provides comprehensive family care and speaks English with her patients.

Dr. Purtteman practices at Providence St. Peter Family Medicine and Residency in Olympia, Washington, and maintains hospital privileges at Providence Saint Peter Hospital. She treats a wide range of conditions including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. Her expertise extends to managing colon polyps and performing procedures such as lower GI endoscopy and coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • PSPH Family Medicine Residency Program
  • 260 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

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16 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Tamil, Arabic, Malayalam Speaks English
Olympia , WADenton , TXSPOKANE , WABoca Raton , FL
Med School: Ohio State University College of Medicine Med School: Stanley Medical College Med School: Medical University of South Carolina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Barnhart Purtteman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Carelon PPO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coordinated Care Medicaid
  • Evernorth PPO
  • First Health-Coventry PPO
  • HCSC HealthSpring Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Health Net Tricare
  • Health Smart PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana HMO
  • Humana PPO
  • Kaiser
  • Kaiser Medicare Advantage
  • Managed Health Network HMO-PPO
  • Managed Health Network Medicare Advantage
  • Molina Medicare Medicaid
  • Naphcare
  • Pacific Medical Center TRICARE
  • Providence Health Plan Medicare Advantage-HMO
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington PPO
  • State Of Washington Department Of Corrections
  • Thurston County Corrections
  • United Behavioral Health Medicaid* * Medicaid product only for Idaho
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Medicaid
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Wellcare Medicare Advantage-HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa Barnhart Purtteman has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

PSPH Family Medicine Residency Program2013

Medical School

Ohio State University College of MedicineGraduated in 2010
Ohio State UniversityGraduated in 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Melissa Purtteman speak?
Dr. Melissa Purtteman speaks English.
Does Dr. Melissa Purtteman accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Melissa Purtteman accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Melissa Purtteman's office located?
Dr. Melissa Purtteman's office is located at 525 Lilly Rd NE, Olympia, WA, 98506.
Is Dr. Melissa Purtteman accepting new patients?
Dr. Melissa Purtteman has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Melissa Purtteman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Purtteman accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.

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