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DR. MELVIN DOUGLAS GOSSMAN M.D.
NPI 1144322884
Ophthalmology in Louisville, KY

Active since September 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
2302 HURSTBOURNE VILLAGE DR, 700, LOUISVILLE, KY 40299(502) 495-2122(502) 719-0146 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 25, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Melvin Douglas Gossman M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MELVIN DOUGLAS GOSSMAN M.D. (NPI 1144322884) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Louisville, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (21642) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare, and is a graduate of State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine (1976).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144322884
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELVIN DOUGLAS GOSSMANCredential: M.D.
Location Address2302 HURSTBOURNE VILLAGE DR, 700Louisville, KY 40299-1840
Mailing Address1208 Bluegrass PkwyLagrange, KY 40031-8014 · (502) 225-9488
Phone(502) 495-2122
Fax(502) 719-0146
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSState University Of New York At Buffalo School Of MedicineGraduated 1976
Enumeration DateSeptember 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 25, 2017
✔ NPI 1144322884 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in KY · 21642
Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

2302 HURSTBOURNE VILLAGE DR, Louisville, KY 40299
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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. M Douglas Gossman M.d.

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified1343401KY
Medicaid64216427KY
Medicare UPIND29603KY

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

Dr. Melvin Douglas Gossman M.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 ID2264462761
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050815000724
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 9

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.

Photography of content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
242 services237 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 15 minutes or more 99202
This service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
214 services214 patients
Exam of visual field with intermediate testing 92082
An exam of the visual field with intermediate testing is a procedure that checks your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to identify blind spots which could be a sign of eye diseases. This non-invasive test is painless and quick.
157 services155 patients
Repair of tendon of upper eyelid 67904
Repair of the tendon of the upper eyelid is a surgical procedure aimed at fixing a droopy eyelid. This condition can affect your vision and appearance. The procedure involves tightening the tendon to lift the eyelid to its normal position, improving both function and aesthetics.
53 services51 patients
Removal of excessive skin and fat of upper eyelid 15823
This procedure, also known as upper eyelid surgery, is performed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper eyelid. It can help improve vision if heavy eyelids hinder it, and can also enhance the appearance of the eyes. It's a common, safe procedure.
48 services48 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
31 services29 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180040
Location200 Abraham Flexner WayLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40299 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
$122.77 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.24 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $16.56 (range $4.13 – $32.99)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%626 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): Antiplatelet Therapy
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of coronary artery disease (CAD) seen within a 12 month period who were prescribed aspirin or clopidogrel
96%70 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%2,635 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.
71%49 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Ischemic Vascular Disease (IVD): Use of Aspirin or Another Antiplatelet
Percentage of patients 18 years of age and older who were diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction (AMI), coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) or percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period, or who had an active…
95%63 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.
80%532 patients4/55-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.
24%502 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
25%626 patients2/55-star benchmark: 95%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for unhealthy alcohol use using a systematic screening method at least once within the last 24 months AND who received brief counseling if identified as an unhealthy alcohol user
43%58 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
94%502 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
2%502 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%
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.

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 Melvin Gossman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melvin Gossman is 1144322884. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 2, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. M Douglas Gossman M.D..

Where is Melvin Gossman located?

Melvin Gossman practices at 2302 Hurstbourne Village Dr 700, Louisville, KY 40299. The listed phone number is (502) 495-2122.

What is Melvin Gossman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Melvin Gossman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melvin Gossman 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.

Is Melvin Gossman affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melvin Gossman is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melvin Gossman was last updated on April 25, 2017. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.