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DR. MELINDA KATHRYN KENNEL O.D.
NPI 1013908656
Optometrist in Norfolk, NE

Active since November 02, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1130 S 13TH ST STE 200, NORFOLK, NE 68701(402) 379-1434(402) 374-9154 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 26, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Melinda Kathryn Kennel O.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. MELINDA KATHRYN KENNEL O.D. (NPI 1013908656) is an individual optometrist in Norfolk, Nebraska, licensed in Nebraska (1190) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pennsylvania College Of Optometry (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013908656
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELINDA KATHRYN KENNELCredential: O.D.
Location Address1130 S 13TH ST STE 200Norfolk, NE 68701-5733
Mailing Address1130 S 13th St Ste 200Norfolk, NE 68701-5733 · (402) 379-1434 · Fax (402) 371-9154
Phone(402) 379-1434
Fax(402) 374-9154
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania College Of OptometryGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateNovember 2, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 26, 2021
NPPES CertifiedOctober 26, 2021
✔ NPI 1013908656 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NE · 1190✔ Licensed in KS · 1728
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
1130 S 13TH ST STE 200, Norfolk, NE 68701
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Other Identifiers 7

Medicaid200383330BKS
OtherNA1061002NE · Medicare Ptan
Other36700NE · Bcbs
Other651110KS · Bcbs
Medicaid200383330AKS
MedicaidSSN00NE
Other651109KS · Bcbs

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Melinda Kathryn Kennel O.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4486657905
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080731000795
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Melinda Kennel reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Shoptikal LLC
0.1 mi
Eyewear Supplier
1130 S 13TH ST STE 200
Norfolk, NE 68701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Nebraska enrollment
  • 25 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1902462377 (402) 379-1434
Lifetime Eyecare, P.C.
208 mi
Optometrist
218 WEST D STREET
Mc Cook, NE 69001
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Nebraska enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1457330433 (308) 345-5800

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
69 services69 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
59 services31 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
51 services47 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
26 services26 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
19 services18 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
13 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 68701 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$121.35 typical visit price
range $52.69 – $160.21
Typical copayment $30.33 (range $13.17 – $40.05)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.00 typical visit price
range $16.90 – $131.25
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.22 – $32.81)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%45 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
86%161 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
100%323 patients5/55-star benchmark: 96%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%323 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%1,831 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
99%82 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician: (1) The patient (or the patient authorized representative) is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit his or her health information; and (2) The MIPS eligible clinician…
93%1,831 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

SHOPTIKAL LLC
Eyewear Supplier
1130 S 13TH ST STE 200
NORFOLK, NE 68701
Madison County (402) 379-1434

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Melinda Kennel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melinda Kennel is 1013908656. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 2, 2005.

Where is Melinda Kennel located?

Melinda Kennel practices at 1130 S 13th St Ste 200, Norfolk, NE 68701. The listed phone number is (402) 379-1434.

What is Melinda Kennel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Melinda Kennel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melinda Kennel is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Melinda Kennel's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Melinda Kennel reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Shoptikal LLC (Norfolk, NE) and Lifetime Eyecare, P.C. (Mc Cook, NE). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Melinda Kennel's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Melinda Kennel accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska and 3 other insurers list Melinda Kennel as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melinda Kennel was last updated on October 26, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.