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MRS. MELISSA ANN VARNADO APRN,NP-C
NPI 1649551292
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Covington, LA

Active since September 08, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
301 N HIGHWAY 190 STE C2, COVINGTON, LA 70433(985) 773-1515 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Mrs. Melissa Ann Varnado Aprn,np-c NPPES

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

MRS. MELISSA ANN VARNADO APRN,NP-C (NPI 1649551292) is an individual family provider in Covington, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (RN104975-AP06634) and active in the NPI registry since September 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649551292
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. MELISSA ANN VARNADOCredential: APRN,NP-C
Location Address301 N HIGHWAY 190 STE C2Covington, LA 70433-5057
Mailing AddressPo Box 669379Dallas, TX 75266-9379 · (985) 773-1515
Phone(985) 773-1515
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateSeptember 8, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 2026
NPPES CertifiedApril 29, 2026
✔ NPI 1649551292 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · RN104975-AP06634
301 N HIGHWAY 190 STE C2, Covington, LA 70433
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana.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

Mrs. Melissa Ann Varnado Aprn,np-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 ID9234301292
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111017000629
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 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.

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.
35 services31 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.
34 services32 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190036
Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Tammany Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Covington, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190045
Location1202 S Tyler StreetCovington, LA 70433 · St. Tammany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70433 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
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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 4

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

KIRA GILMORE SMITH APRN, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
301 N HIGHWAY 190 STE C2
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 773-1515
JENNIFER LEE PORTER DPT
Physical Therapist
301 N HIGHWAY 190 STE C2
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 773-1500
DR. ANGELA M. BUONAGURA MD
Surgery
301 N HIGHWAY 190 STE C2
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 773-1500
DR. JENNIFER CHUANG DALY MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
301 N HIGHWAY 190 STE C2
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 773-1500

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 Varnado's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Varnado is 1649551292. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 8, 2011.

Where is Melissa Varnado located?

Melissa Varnado practices at 301 N Highway 190 Ste C2, Covington, LA 70433. The listed phone number is (985) 773-1515.

What is Melissa Varnado's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Melissa Varnado enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Varnado 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 Varnado accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana list Melissa Varnado 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 Varnado affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melissa Varnado is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute and St Tammany Parish Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Varnado was last updated on April 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.