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MELISSA BENAVIDES PA
NPI 1356360101
Physician Assistant in Carrollton, TX

Active since July 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3020 E HEBRON PKWY STE 100, CARROLLTON, TX 75010(972) 492-2776(972) 939-0971 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 6, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Melissa Benavides Pa NPPES

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

MELISSA BENAVIDES PA (NPI 1356360101) is an individual physician assistant in Carrollton, Texas, licensed in Texas (PA04048) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356360101
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMELISSA BENAVIDESCredential: PA
Location Address3020 E HEBRON PKWY STE 100Carrollton, TX 75010-4457
Mailing Address3020 E Hebron Pkwy Ste 100Carrollton, TX 75010-4457 · (972) 492-2776 · Fax (972) 939-0971
Phone(972) 492-2776
Fax(972) 939-0971
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJuly 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 6, 2012
✔ NPI 1356360101 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · PA04048
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
3020 E HEBRON PKWY STE 100, Carrollton, TX 75010
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Melissa Garza Pa

Other Identifiers 7

Medicare PINTXB123621TX
Medicare PINTXB123625TX
Medicare PIN8G1176TX
Medicare PIN8L23921TX
Medicare UPINQ55598TX
Medicare PIN8G1246TX
Medicare PINTXB123624TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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

Melissa Benavides Pa 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 ID5597783860
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051104000337
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 10

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 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.
174 services118 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.
143 services101 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
38 services38 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
37 services30 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
27 services26 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.
24 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano

Acute Care Hospitals · Plano, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450771
Location6200 W Parker RdPlano, TX 75093 · Collin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 75010 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$5.63 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers15 claims15 services$194.73 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

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

JOSE L BURBANO DE LARA MD
Family Medicine
3020 E HEBRON PKWY STE 100
CARROLLTON, TX 75010
Denton County (972) 492-2776

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 Benavides's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Benavides is 1356360101. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 19, 2006. The provider is also known as Melissa Garza PA.

Where is Melissa Benavides located?

Melissa Benavides practices at 3020 E Hebron Pkwy Ste 100, Carrollton, TX 75010. The listed phone number is (972) 492-2776.

What is Melissa Benavides's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Melissa Benavides enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Benavides 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 Benavides accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 1 other insurer list Melissa Benavides 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 Melissa Benavides affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melissa Benavides is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Benavides was last updated on December 6, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.