MELANIE NUSS APRN
NPI 1710916978
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Covington, LA

Active since July 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
880 N HIGHWAY 190, COVINGTON, LA 70433(985) 875-9896(985) 893-3169 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Melanie Nuss Aprn NPPES

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

MELANIE NUSS APRN (NPI 1710916978) is an individual family provider in Covington, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (TAP001446) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710916978
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMELANIE NUSSCredential: APRN
Location Address880 N HIGHWAY 190Covington, LA 70433-5147
Mailing Address704 S Madison StCovington, LA 70433-3326 · (985) 892-9770
Fax(985) 893-3169
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateJuly 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1710916978 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 · TAP001446
880 N HIGHWAY 190, Covington, LA 70433

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Melanie Nuss Aprn 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 ID7416951538
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060905000034, I20220512002092
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 7

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
126 services23 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 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.
85 services75 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
32 services32 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
29 services27 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
27 services26 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
19 services19 patients

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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

Optometrist
880 N HIGHWAY 190
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Pharmacist
880 N HIGHWAY 190
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Pharmacist
880 N HIGHWAY 190
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Pharmacist
880 N HIGHWAY 190
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Optometrist
880 N HIGHWAY 190
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Optometrist
880 N HIGHWAY 190
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Pharmacist
880 N HIGHWAY 190
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
880 N HIGHWAY 190
COVINGTON, LA 70433

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 Nuss's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Nuss is 1710916978. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 1, 2006.

Where is Melanie Nuss located?

Melanie Nuss practices at 880 N Highway 190, Covington, LA 70433. The listed phone number is (985) 875-9896.

What is Melanie Nuss's specialty?

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

Is Melanie Nuss enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melanie Nuss 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 Nuss accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Melanie Nuss 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 Nuss was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.