DR. MELISSA MARIE HINDERSCHIED OD
NPI 1245349331
Optometrist in Little Falls, MN

Q: What is Melissa Hinderschied's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Hinderschied is 1245349331. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 30, 2006.

Q: What is Melissa Hinderschied's specialty?

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

Active since August 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1948 1ST AVE NE, LITTLE FALLS, MN 56345(320) 632-9201(320) 632-9202 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

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About Dr. Melissa Marie Hinderschied Od NPPES

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

DR. MELISSA MARIE HINDERSCHIED OD (NPI 1245349331) is an individual optometrist in Little Falls, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (2817) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pennsylvania College Of Optometry (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245349331

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. MELISSA MARIE HINDERSCHIEDCredential: OD

Location Address1948 1ST AVE NELittle Falls, MN 56345

Mailing AddressPo Box 247, 410 Aspen CtRockville, MN 56369 · (320) 253-4868

Phone(320) 632-9201

Fax(320) 632-9202

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSPennsylvania College Of OptometryGraduated 2001

Enumeration DateAugust 30, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007

✔ NPI 1245349331 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152W00000X

License✔ Licensed in MN · 2817

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.

1948 1ST AVE NE, Little Falls, MN 56345

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Other Identifiers 3

Other513T4HIMN · Bcbs

Other2202528MN · Medica

Medicare UPINU86787

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HealthPartners, Medica, Providence Health Plan.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

Dr. Melissa Marie Hinderschied Od 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 ID1456334218

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040611000516

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 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.

159 services157 patients

Photography of the retina 92250

Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.

99 services98 patients

Measurement of retinal and optic nerve function 92273

This procedure checks the health of your eyes, specifically the retina and optic nerve. These parts help in visual interpretation. The test involves non-invasive techniques to measure your eye's response to light and assess its functioning.

33 services32 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.

22 services21 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56345 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

$127.61 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $168.28

Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$69.74 typical visit price

range $18.32 – $138.04

Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)

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.

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 Hinderschied's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Hinderschied is 1245349331. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 30, 2006.

Where is Melissa Hinderschied located?

Melissa Hinderschied practices at 1948 1st Ave NE, Little Falls, MN 56345. The listed phone number is (320) 632-9201.

What is Melissa Hinderschied's specialty?

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

Is Melissa Hinderschied enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Hinderschied 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 Melissa Hinderschied accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners, Medica and Providence Health Plan list Melissa Hinderschied 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 Melissa Hinderschied was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.