DR. MELANIE A. KAZLAS M.D.
NPI 1487638680
Ophthalmology in Boston, MA

Q: What is Melanie Kazlas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Kazlas is 1487638680. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 1, 2005.

Q: What is Melanie Kazlas's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melanie Kazlas was last updated on May 1, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.

Active since December 01, 2005PECOS Enrolled

243 CHARLES ST, BOSTON, MA 02114(617) 573-3231 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 1, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MELANIE A. KAZLAS M.D. (NPI 1487638680) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (159493) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary -, and is a graduate of Other (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487638680

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. MELANIE A. KAZLASCredential: M.D.

Location Address243 CHARLES STBoston, MA 02114-3002

Mailing Address243 Charles StBoston, MA 02114-3002 · (617) 573-3231

Phone(617) 573-3231

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1989

Enumeration DateDecember 1, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateMay 1, 2020

NPPES CertifiedMay 1, 2020

✔ NPI 1487638680 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207W00000X

License✔ Licensed in MA · 159493

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.

Also ListedOphthalmology · Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus SpecialistTaxonomy 207WX0110X · License 159493 (MA)

243 CHARLES ST, Boston, MA 02114

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid3192083MA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Taro Health.Insurance ›

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 (PECOS)

Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID5799820098

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100310000634

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 Melanie Kazlas reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Childrens Hospital Ophthalmology Foundation Inc

2.5 mi

Ophthalmology

300 LONGWOOD AVENUE, FEGAN 4
Boston, MA 02115

Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
71 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1770679045 (617) 355-6401

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 2

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.

Exam to measure eye deviation and range of motion 92060

This is an eye exam that checks for any misalignment in your eyes, also known as deviation. It also assesses the movement range of your eyes. The procedure is painless and helps in detecting conditions like strabismus or other vision issues.

45 services23 patients

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.

38 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary -

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number220075

Location243 Charles StreetBoston, MA 02114 · Suffolk County

Emergency services

Boston Children's Hospital

Childrens · Boston, MA

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number223302

Location300 Longwood AvenueBoston, MA 02115 · Suffolk County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02114 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

$144.11 typical visit price

range $63.72 – $189.86

Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$78.84 typical visit price

range $21.07 – $155.29

Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)

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 20

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

CARLA PETERSEN AU.D., CCC-A

Audiologist

243 CHARLES ST, AUDIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 573-3266

DR. SULEMAN IMRAN KHAN MD

Ophthalmology

243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 573-4443

DR. RYAN CARLSON MD PHD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 523-7900

MASSACHUSETTS EYE AND EAR INFIRMARY

Eyewear Supplier

243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 573-3182

DANIEL ROBERT LEFEBVRE M.D.

Ophthalmology

243 CHARLES ST, 10TH FLOOR -- OPHTHALMIC PLASTIC SURGERY
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 523-7900

ELLIOTT D. KOZIN MD

Otolaryngology

243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 573-6545

DR. LUCIA K SOMBERG MD, MPH

Emergency Medicine

243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 573-3431

MS. JANET ENGLISH HUETTIG LICSW

Social Worker (Clinical)

243 CHARLES ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

Suffolk County (617) 573-3548

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 Melanie Kazlas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Kazlas is 1487638680. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 1, 2005.

Where is Melanie Kazlas located?

Melanie Kazlas practices at 243 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 573-3231.

What is Melanie Kazlas's specialty?

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

Is Melanie Kazlas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melanie Kazlas is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Melanie Kazlas's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Melanie Kazlas reassigns Medicare benefits to Childrens Hospital Ophthalmology Foundation Inc (Boston, MA). 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 Melanie Kazlas's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Melanie Kazlas accept?

Health plans from Taro Health list Melanie Kazlas 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 Melanie Kazlas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melanie Kazlas is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary - and Boston Children's Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melanie Kazlas was last updated on May 1, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.