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MRS. MELANIE THARP RNC, WHNP
NPI 1043292139
Nurse Practitioner - Women's Health in Alexandria, LA

Active since November 15, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
501 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 200, ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301(318) 487-1289(318) 487-1254 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 1, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Mrs. Melanie Tharp Rnc, Whnp NPPES

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

MRS. MELANIE THARP RNC, WHNP (NPI 1043292139) is an individual women's health provider in Alexandria, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (RN058633) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043292139
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LW0102X
Provider Legal NameMRS. MELANIE THARPCredential: RNC, WHNP
Location Address501 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 200Alexandria, LA 71301-8124
Mailing Address6206 Ashford DrAlexandria, LA 71303-2068 · (318) 443-9338
Phone(318) 487-1289
Fax(318) 487-1254
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateNovember 15, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 1, 2008
✔ NPI 1043292139 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Women's HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LW0102X
License✔ Licensed in LA · RN058633
501 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Alexandria, LA 71301
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINS37687LA
Medicare PIN5X196B312LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, CHRISTUS Health Plan, HMO Louisiana.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

Mrs. Melanie Tharp Rnc, Whnp 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 ID9739479049
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160527000522
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 2

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 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.
94 services69 patients
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101
This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, LA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190019
Location3330 Masonic DriveAlexandria, LA 71301 · Rapides County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Rapides Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190026
Location211 4th StreetAlexandria, LA 71301 · Rapides County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71301 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
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

CENTRAL LOUISIANA WOMENS CLINIC LLP
Specialist
501 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 4-A
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 442-5800
ALEXANDRIA CARDIOLOGY CLINIC
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
501 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 250
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 473-4613
DR. NASEEM A JAFFRANI M.D.
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
501 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 250
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 473-4613
RAPIDES REGIONAL PHYSICIAN GROUP SPECIALTY CARE, LLC
Specialist
501 MEDICAL CENTER DR, STE 4A
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 449-7650
DR. PARAMESWARA KRISHNA KAIMAL M.D.
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
501 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 250
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 473-4613
LIAN CHEN
Obstetrics & Gynecology
501 MEDICAL CENTER DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 487-1289
THOMAS C MCLURE M.D.
Specialist
501 MEDICAL CENTER DR, STE 110
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 449-1666
JENNIFER TYSON NNP
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
501 MEDICAL CENTER DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (308) 769-3000

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 Melanie Tharp's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Tharp is 1043292139. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 15, 2005.

Where is Melanie Tharp located?

Melanie Tharp practices at 501 Medical Center Dr Suite 200, Alexandria, LA 71301. The listed phone number is (318) 487-1289.

What is Melanie Tharp's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Women's Health, with taxonomy code 363LW0102X.

Is Melanie Tharp enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melanie Tharp 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.

What insurance does Melanie Tharp accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, CHRISTUS Health Plan and HMO Louisiana list Melanie Tharp 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.

Is Melanie Tharp affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melanie Tharp is affiliated with Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital and Rapides Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melanie Tharp was last updated on April 1, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.