MS. MELISSA LAPORTE CRNP
NPI 1023028289
Nurse Practitioner - Adult Health in Wilkes Barre, PA

Q: What is the provider's specialty?

The provider's specialty is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363LA2200X and a focus in Adult Health.

Active since August 09, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

675 BALTIMORE DR, WILKES BARRE, PA 18702(570) 808-1000(570) 808-7698 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 22, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

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About Ms. Melissa Laporte Crnp NPPES

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

MS. MELISSA LAPORTE CRNP (NPI 1023028289) is an individual adult health provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (VP006958B) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Wilkes-barre General Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023028289

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LA2200X

Provider Legal NameMS. MELISSA LAPORTECredential: CRNP

Location Address675 BALTIMORE DRWilkes Barre, PA 18702-7900

Mailing Address201 N Main StPlains, PA 18705-1509 · (570) 270-4699 · Fax (570) 270-2625

Phone(570) 808-1000

Fax(570) 808-7698

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001

Enumeration DateAugust 9, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJune 22, 2020

NPPES CertifiedJune 22, 2020

✔ NPI 1023028289 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Adult HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363LA2200X

License✔ Licensed in PA · VP006958B

675 BALTIMORE DR, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ms. Melissa Laporte Crnp 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 ID1355301466

PECOS Enrollment IDI20041013000856

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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

355 services262 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 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.

130 services120 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

21 services21 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Wilkes-Barre, PA

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number390137

Location575 North River StreetWilkes-Barre, PA 18764 · Luzerne County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 18702 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

$84.88 typical visit price

range $54.64 – $166.87

Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$96.82 typical visit price

range $17.33 – $135.84

Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 8

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supplies for maintenance of insulin infusion catheter, per week A4224

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

6 suppliers57 claims709 services$16.90 avg. paid by Medicare

Supplies for external insulin infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each A4225

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

6 suppliers57 claims1,830 services$2.23 avg. paid by Medicare

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

37 suppliers193 claims600 services$6.25 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

19 suppliers44 claims78 services$1.06 avg. paid by Medicare

External ambulatory infusion pump, insulin E0784

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

3 suppliers49 claims49 services$304.46 avg. paid by Medicare

Insulin for administration through dme (i.e., insulin pump) per 50 units J1817

Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI000N

9 suppliers46 claims4,220 services$6.94 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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