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MELISSA ALBRITTON WATSON M.D.
NPI 1750376471
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Baton Rouge, LA

Active since September 19, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 700, BATON ROUGE, LA 70808(225) 765-8648(225) 765-7898 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 18, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 18, 2022, May 19, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Melissa Albritton Watson M.d. NPPES

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

MELISSA ALBRITTON WATSON M.D. (NPI 1750376471) is an individual psychiatry provider in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD200192) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Bogalusa, and is a graduate of Other (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1750376471
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameMELISSA ALBRITTON WATSONCredential: M.D.
Location Address7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 700Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4300
Mailing Address7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 700Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4300 · (225) 765-8648 · Fax (225) 765-7898
Phone(225) 765-8648
Fax(225) 765-7898
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateSeptember 19, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 18, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 18, 2022
✔ NPI 1750376471 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in LA · MD200192
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.
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Child & Adolescent PsychiatryTaxonomy 2084P0804X · License 200192 (LA)
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 700, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1433 Plaza StBogalusa, LA 70427-3729 · Phone (985) 730-7152 · Fax (985) 730-7159

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid09976584MS
Medicaid162441LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana and more.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

Melissa Albritton Watson 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 ID3375572597
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050809000052
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 4

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.

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
176 services21 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
126 services36 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.
24 services24 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
23 services22 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70808 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
$164.73 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $41.18 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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 5

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

MARGOT LEBOURGEOIS MPAS, PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 700
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 765-2048
DR. HALEEMA TARIQ IQBAL M.D
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 700
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 765-8648
SUDHEERA RACHAMALLU M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 700
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 765-8648
GLYNIS MICHELLE NORDMAN NP
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 700
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 765-2048
ROBERT CASE HARVEY MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 700
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 765-8648

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 Watson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Watson is 1750376471. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 19, 2005.

Where is Melissa Watson located?

Melissa Watson practices at 7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 700, Baton Rouge, LA 70808. The listed phone number is (225) 765-8648.

What is Melissa Watson's specialty?

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

Is Melissa Watson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Watson 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 Watson accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana, Providence Health Plan and UnitedHealthcare list Melissa Watson 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 Watson was last updated on January 18, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.