DR. MEALIINANI CHRISTINA DUARTE-HERNANDEZ O.D.
NPI 1679721856
Optometrist in Hilo, HI

Q: What is Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez is 1679721856. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2008. The provider is also known as Dr. Mealiinani Christina Duarte O.D..

Q: What is Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez's specialty?

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

Active since August 31, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

305 WAILUKU DR STE 4, HILO, HI 96720(808) 933-4777(877) 983-4777 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2018, Dec 26, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

On this page

About Dr. Mealiinani Christina Duarte-hernandez O.d. NPPES

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

DR. MEALIINANI CHRISTINA DUARTE-HERNANDEZ O.D. (NPI 1679721856) is an individual optometrist in Hilo, Hawaii, licensed in Hawaii (OD-691) and active in the NPI registry since August 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Kealakekua, and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679721856

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. MEALIINANI CHRISTINA DUARTE-HERNANDEZCredential: O.D.

Location Address305 WAILUKU DR STE 4Hilo, HI 96720-2488

Mailing AddressPo Box 707Kealakekua, HI 96750-0707 · (808) 933-4777 · Fax (877) 983-4777

Phone(808) 933-4777

Fax(877) 983-4777

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1679721856 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152W00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in HI · OD-691✔ Licensed in FL · OPC4309

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.

305 WAILUKU DR STE 4, Hilo, HI 96720

Open in Google Maps ↗

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Mealiinani Christina Duarte O.d.

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 181-6587 Mamalahoa Highway, #B201Kealakekua, HI 96750 · Phone (808) 326-4777 · Fax (877) 983-4777

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Mealiinani Christina Duarte-hernandez O.d. 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 ID143371245

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100621000126

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 Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Eyeland Eyedoc LLC

Same address

Optometrist

305 WAILUKU DR STE 4
Hilo, HI 96720

Reassigned Medicare billing, Hawaii enrollment

NPI 1003133554 (808) 933-4777

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 8

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 problem focused exam of visual system 92012

This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.

331 services153 patients

Imaging of retina 92134

Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.

158 services102 patients

Imaging of optic nerve 92133

Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).

151 services98 patients

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.

130 services119 patients

Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083

An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.

116 services98 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.

104 services97 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 96720 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

$136.68 typical visit price

range $60.53 – $180.05

Typical copayment $34.17 (range $15.13 – $45.01)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$74.92 typical visit price

range $20.09 – $147.56

Typical copayment $18.73 (range $5.02 – $36.89)

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.

EYELAND EYEDOC LLC

Optometrist

305 WAILUKU DR STE 4
HILO, HI 96720

Hawaii County (808) 933-4777

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 Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez is 1679721856. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2008. The provider is also known as Dr. Mealiinani Christina Duarte O.D..

Where is Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez located?

Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez practices at 305 Wailuku Dr Ste 4, Hilo, HI 96720. The listed phone number is (808) 933-4777.

What is Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez's specialty?

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

Is Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez reassigns Medicare benefits to Eyeland Eyedoc LLC (Hilo, HI). 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 Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez 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 Mealiinani Duarte-hernandez was last updated on March 17, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.