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DR. MELISSA MARIE POPPENHUSEN OD
NPI 1679132278
Optometrist in Austin, TX

Active since June 07, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3801 N CAPITAL OF TEXAS HWY STE C100, AUSTIN, TX 78746(512) 651-5186 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 7, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Melissa Marie Poppenhusen Od NPPES

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

DR. MELISSA MARIE POPPENHUSEN OD (NPI 1679132278) is an individual optometrist in Austin, Texas, licensed in Texas (9666T) and active in the NPI registry since June 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Houston - College Of Optometry (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679132278
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELISSA MARIE POPPENHUSENCredential: OD
Location Address3801 N CAPITAL OF TEXAS HWY STE C100Austin, TX 78746-1466
Mailing Address14403 Cypress Ridge DrCypress, TX 77429-6308 · (281) 731-3163
Phone(512) 651-5186
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Houston - College Of OptometryGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateJune 7, 2019
✔ NPI 1679132278 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · 9666T
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
3801 N CAPITAL OF TEXAS HWY STE C100, Austin, TX 78746
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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

Dr. Melissa Marie Poppenhusen Od 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 ID1557783396
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200624000245
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 3

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.

Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
25 services25 patients
Exam of visual field with limited testing 92081
An exam of the visual field with limited testing is a quick check of your peripheral vision. It involves identifying objects or movements at the edge of your sight, helping to detect any vision loss that isn't obvious, such as blind spots or areas of reduced vision.
22 services22 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78746 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
$131.95 typical visit price
range $57.88 – $174.00
Typical copayment $32.98 (range $14.47 – $43.50)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$71.95 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.23
Typical copayment $17.98 (range $4.72 – $35.55)
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

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

ABBADONDO ENTERPRISES PLLC
Optometrist
3801 N CAPITAL OF TEXAS HWY STE C100
AUSTIN, TX 78746
Travis County (512) 651-5186

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 Poppenhusen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Poppenhusen is 1679132278. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2019.

Where is Melissa Poppenhusen located?

Melissa Poppenhusen practices at 3801 N Capital Of Texas Hwy Ste C100, Austin, TX 78746. The listed phone number is (512) 651-5186.

What is Melissa Poppenhusen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Melissa Poppenhusen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Poppenhusen 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 Poppenhusen accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 10 other insurers list Melissa Poppenhusen 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Poppenhusen was last updated on June 7, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.