MELISSA ANN MECHTENBERG DC
NPI 1669520276
Chiropractor in Strum, WI
NPI Status: Active since January 08, 2007
Contact Information
120 5TH AVE S
STRUM, WI
ZIP 54770
Phone: (715) 695-2946
Fax: (715) 695-3169
- Individual
- Female
- Years of Experience 27
- Chiropractor
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
About MELISSA MECHTENBERG
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Melissa Mechtenberg, a provider established in Strum, Wisconsin with a medical specialization in Chiropractor and more than 27 years of experience. She graduated from Northwestern College Of Chiropractic in 1999. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1669520276 assigned on January 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 111N00000X with license number 3640-012 (WI). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 15 years ago.
- NPI
- 1669520276
- Provider Name
- MELISSA ANN MECHTENBERG DC
- Other Name Type
- Former Name (1)
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 120 5TH AVE S STRUM, WI 54770
- Location Phone
- (715) 695-2946
- Location Fax
- (715) 695-3169
- Mailing Address
- 120 5TH AVE S PO BOX 147 STRUM, WI 54770
- Mailing Phone
- (715) 695-2946
- Mailing Fax
- (715) 695-3169
- Medical School Name
- NORTHWESTERN COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
- Graduation Year
- 1999
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 01-08-2007
- Last Update Date
- 09-01-2011
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A chiropractor like Melissa Mechtenberg helps patients with problems of the neuromusculoskeletal system, which includes nerves, bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Chiropractors use spinal adjustments and manipulation, as well as other clinical interventions, to manage health issues such as back and neck pain. Some chiropractors apply procedures like massage therapy, rehabilitative exercise, ultrasound and spinal adjustments and manipulation. A chiropractor focuses on the patients overall health and might refer patients to other healthcare professionals if necessary.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Chiropractor
- Taxonomy Code
- 111N00000X
- Type
- Chiropractic Providers
- License No.
- 3640-012
- License State
- WI
- Taxonomy Description
- A provider qualified by a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.), licensed by the State and who practices chiropractic medicine -that discipline within the healing arts which deals with the nervous system and its relationship to the spinal column and its interrelationship with other body systems.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Atlas $1,300 Gold - PPO
- Atlas $2,000 Standard Gold - PPO
- Atlas $3,050 Plus Silver - PPO
- Atlas $3,800 HSA Silver - PPO
- Atlas $6,000 Standard Silver - PPO
- Atlas $6,800 Plus Bronze HSA - PPO
- Atlas $7,500 Standard Bronze HSA - PPO
- Atlas $8,400 HSA Bronze - PPO
- NE WI Select $3,150 Plus Silver - PPO
- NE WI Select $3,800 HSA Silver - PPO
- NE WI Select $6,000 Standard Silver - PPO
- NE WI Select $6,800 Plus Bronze HSA - PPO
- NE WI Select $7,500 Standard Bronze HSA - PPO
- NE WI Select $8,400 HSA Bronze - PPO
- Oak $1,300 Gold - PPO
- Oak $2,000 Standard Gold - PPO
- Balance by Medica Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - PPO
- Balance by Medica Bronze Premier - PPO
- Balance by Medica Expanded Bronze Standard - PPO
- Balance by Medica Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - PPO
- Balance by Medica Gold Share - PPO
- Balance by Medica Gold Standard - PPO
- Balance by Medica Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits - PPO
- Balance by Medica Silver Share - PPO
- Balance by Medica Silver Standard - PPO
- Elevate by Medica Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
- Elevate by Medica Bronze Share - EPO
- Elevate by Medica Expanded Bronze Standard - EPO
- Elevate by Medica Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
- Elevate by Medica Gold Share - EPO
- Elevate by Medica Gold Standard - EPO
- Elevate by Medica Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
- Elevate by Medica Silver Share - EPO
- Elevate by Medica Silver Standard - EPO
- Engage by Medica Bronze HSA - EPO
- Engage by Medica Bronze Share - EPO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE BRONZE $0 MEDICAL DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE BRONZE $10,150 DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE BRONZE (DENTAL & VISION) $0 MEDICAL DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE BRONZE (DENTAL & VISION) $10,150 DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE BRONZE (DENTAL & VISION) STANDARD EASY PRICING - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE BRONZE STANDARD EASY PRICING - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE CATASTROPHIC $10,600 DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE GOLD $4,000 DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE GOLD (DENTAL & VISION) $4,000 DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE GOLD (DENTAL & VISION) STANDARD EASY PRICING - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE GOLD MAINTENANCE $700 DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE GOLD MAINTENANCE (DENTAL & VISION) $700 DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE GOLD STANDARD EASY PRICING - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE SILVER $8,000 DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE SILVER $9,000 DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE SILVER (DENTAL & VISION) $8,000 DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE SILVER (DENTAL & VISION) $9,000 DED - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE SILVER (DENTAL & VISION) STANDARD EASY PRICING - HMO
- QUARTZ GUNDERSEN PERFORMANCE SILVER STANDARD EASY PRICING - HMO
- QUARTZ ONE ACHIEVE W/GUNDERSEN BRONZE $0 MEDICAL DED - HMO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
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Additional Identifiers
The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.
| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| U79180 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | WI | |
| 000135709 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | WI | |
| 38922800 | MEDICAID (05) | WI |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Melissa Mechtenberg is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
PECOS PAC ID: 4688628274
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20050308000141
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Chiropractic manipulative treatment, 3-4 spinal regions
Chiropractic manipulative treatment for 3-4 spinal regions involves a trained professional applying controlled force to specific areas of your spine. This can help alleviate pain, improve physical function, and support your body's natural healing process.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1669520276, we treat the final digit (6) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 54. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 54 = 6).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 54 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 1 provider is registered at the same or a nearby location.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1669520276, enumerated as an "individual" on January 08, 2007.
The provider is located at 120 5TH AVE S STRUM, WI 54770 and the phone number is (715) 695-2946.
Chiropractor with taxonomy code 111N00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: HealthPartners, Medica, Quartz, Medicare and. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
