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DR. MELANIE OTTENBACHER M.D.
NPI 1710204276
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Corpus Christi, TX

Active since April 23, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5656 S STAPLES ST STE 280, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411(361) 356-1234 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 3, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Melanie Ottenbacher M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MELANIE OTTENBACHER M.D. (NPI 1710204276) is an individual psychiatry provider in Corpus Christi, Texas, licensed in Texas (P3787) and active in the NPI registry since April 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710204276
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELANIE OTTENBACHERCredential: M.D.
Location Address5656 S STAPLES ST STE 280Corpus Christi, TX 78411-4655
Mailing Address205 S Enterprize PkwyCorpus Christi, TX 78405-4118 · (361) 939-6510
Phone(361) 356-1234
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateApril 23, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateApril 3, 2024
NPPES CertifiedApril 3, 2024
✔ NPI 1710204276 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in TX · P3787
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
5656 S STAPLES ST STE 280, Corpus Christi, TX 78411
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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 Texas.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. Melanie Ottenbacher M.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 ID2466673884
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240430000979
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.
47 services19 patients
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services 90792
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services is a comprehensive assessment. It includes a detailed examination of your mental health and physical wellbeing, as well as your personal and family history. This evaluation aids in creating an effective treatment plan.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78411 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
$166.88 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $41.72 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

RETINA SPECIALISTS, P.A.
Health Maintenance Organization
5656 S STAPLES ST STE 280
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78411
Nueces County (361) 991-0500

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 Ottenbacher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Ottenbacher is 1710204276. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 23, 2010.

Where is Melanie Ottenbacher located?

Melanie Ottenbacher practices at 5656 S Staples St Ste 280, Corpus Christi, TX 78411. The listed phone number is (361) 356-1234.

What is Melanie Ottenbacher's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Melanie Ottenbacher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melanie Ottenbacher 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 Melanie Ottenbacher accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Melanie Ottenbacher 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 Melanie Ottenbacher was last updated on April 3, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.