MELISSA MARIE WACHHOLZ PA-C
NPI 1386036655
Physician Assistant in Minneapolis, MN

Active since February 24, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.42/100
CMS Quality Rating
800 E 28TH ST STE H2100, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407(612) 863-3900 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 1, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 1, 2026, Mar 14, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

About Melissa Marie Wachholz Pa-c NPPES

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

MELISSA MARIE WACHHOLZ PA-C (NPI 1386036655) is an individual physician assistant in Minneapolis, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (12345) and active in the NPI registry since February 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hennepin County Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386036655
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMELISSA MARIE WACHHOLZCredential: PA-C
Location Address800 E 28TH ST STE H2100Minneapolis, MN 55407-3723
Mailing Address800 E 28th St Ste H2100Minneapolis, MN 55407-3723 · (612) 863-3900
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateFebruary 24, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJune 1, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 1, 2026
NPI 1386036655 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in MN · 12345
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.
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · MedicalTaxonomy 363AM0700X
800 E 28TH ST STE H2100, Minneapolis, MN 55407

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Melissa Marie Wachholz Pa-c 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 ID1759609209
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170221000571
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 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.
88 services56 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
45 services24 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
34 services32 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.
17 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hennepin County Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number240004
Location701 Park AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55415 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55407 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
$85.82 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

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.

91.42/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality78.78
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost62.8

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.

Nurse Practitioner
800 E 28TH ST STE H2100
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Internal Medicine (Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology)
800 E 28TH ST STE H2100
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
800 E 28TH ST STE H2100
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
800 E 28TH ST STE H2100
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
800 E 28TH ST STE H2100
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
800 E 28TH ST STE H2100
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
800 E 28TH ST STE H2100
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
800 E 28TH ST STE H2100
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407

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 Wachholz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Wachholz is 1386036655. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 24, 2015.

Where is Melissa Wachholz located?

Melissa Wachholz practices at 800 E 28th St Ste H2100, Minneapolis, MN 55407. The listed phone number is (612) 863-3900.

What is Melissa Wachholz's specialty?

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

Is Melissa Wachholz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Wachholz 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 Wachholz accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners and Medica list Melissa Wachholz 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 Wachholz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melissa Wachholz is affiliated with Hennepin County Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Wachholz was last updated on June 1, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 months 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.