Melinda Estes, NP
Estes Nurse Practitioner
1467855494Is Melinda Estes, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Melinda Estes, NP has a trust score of 77/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Joplin. With 12 years of practice (above the local average of 10), they have solid experience.
The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Estes's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a general nurse practitioner?
Nurse practitioners are advanced-practice registered nurses who assess, diagnose, and treat patients, and in many states prescribe independently.
When to see one: For primary and specialty care depending on their focus.
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- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Nurse practitioners in Joplin, MO
Joplin has 247 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 10 years in practice, and 80 focused on nurse practitioner. Missouri nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the Missouri State Board of Nursing, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
12
Years practicing
10
Avg in Joplin
247
Nurse Practitioners in Joplin
NP
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Estes's license is active and unrestricted with the Missouri board of nursing (link on this page).
- Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
- Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
- Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.
Frequently asked questions
Is Melinda Estes, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Melinda Estes, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1467855494) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Missouri State Board of Nursing — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Melinda Estes, NP?
Melinda Estes, NP has approximately 12 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Joplin has about 10 years. There are 247 nurse practitioners in Joplin, including 80 with a nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Melinda Estes, NP located?
Melinda Estes, NP practices at Estes Nurse Practitioner, 1102 W 32ND ST, SUITE 200, Joplin, MO 64804. Phone: (417) 347-5001.
Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Missouri State Board of Nursing, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Estes's current standing at the source:
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Quick Facts
- Focus
- Nurse Practitioner
- Credential
- NP
- Gender
- Female
- NPI Since
- 10/05/2014