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DR. MELISSA ADA LOUISE NEAL M.D.
NPI 1245282524
Ophthalmology in Buffalo, NY

Active since May 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
410 ELMWOOD AVE, LOWER FLOOR, BUFFALO, NY 14222(716) 462-5437(888) 511-0393 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 26, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Melissa Ada Louise Neal M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MELISSA ADA LOUISE NEAL M.D. (NPI 1245282524) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Buffalo, New York, licensed in New York (241552) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245282524
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELISSA ADA LOUISE NEALCredential: M.D.
Location Address410 ELMWOOD AVE, LOWER FLOORBuffalo, NY 14222-2210
Mailing Address766 Auburn AveBuffalo, NY 14222-1417 · (716) 880-6521
Phone(716) 462-5437
Fax(888) 511-0393
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateMay 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 26, 2011
✔ NPI 1245282524 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NY · 241552✔ Licensed in OH · 35-82944
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.
410 ELMWOOD AVE, Buffalo, NY 14222
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINH92949
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified4415074OH · Kaiser

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Melissa Ada Louise Neal 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 ID4486635547
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070108000380
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Melissa Neal reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Twenty20 Eyecare And Aesthetic Oculoplastic Medicine, PLLC
Same address
Ophthalmologic Surgery
410 ELMWOOD AVE
Buffalo, NY 14222
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
NPI 1740513472 (716) 462-5437

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 3

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 problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
37 services23 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 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.
26 services19 patients
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.
25 services22 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14222 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

TWENTY20 EYECARE AND AESTHETIC OCULOPLASTIC MEDICINE, PLLC
Clinic/Center (Ophthalmologic Surgery)
410 ELMWOOD AVE
BUFFALO, NY 14222
Erie County (716) 462-5437

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 Melissa Neal's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Neal is 1245282524. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 16, 2006.

Where is Melissa Neal located?

Melissa Neal practices at 410 Elmwood Ave Lower Floor, Buffalo, NY 14222. The listed phone number is (716) 462-5437.

What is Melissa Neal's specialty?

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

Is Melissa Neal enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Neal 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 organization bills Medicare for Melissa Neal's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Melissa Neal reassigns Medicare benefits to Twenty20 Eyecare And Aesthetic Oculoplastic Medicine, PLLC (Buffalo, NY). The 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 Melissa Neal's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Neal was last updated on April 26, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.