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DR. MELISSA MARIE WALTERS OD
NPI 1760410807
Optometrist in Fort Defiance, AZ

Active since June 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7, FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504(928) 729-8000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 19, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 19, 2023, Jul 12, 2019, Nov 20, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Melissa Marie Walters Od NPPES

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

DR. MELISSA MARIE WALTERS OD (NPI 1760410807) is an individual optometrist in Fort Defiance, Arizona, licensed in Ohio (OPT.005079) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Ithaca, and is a graduate of Ohio State University - College Of Optometry (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760410807
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELISSA MARIE WALTERSCredential: OD
Location AddressCORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
Mailing AddressPo Box 649Fort Defiance, AZ 86504-0649 · (928) 729-8000
Phone(928) 729-8000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOhio State University - College Of OptometryGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateJune 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 19, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 9, 2023
✔ NPI 1760410807 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 OH · OPT.005079✔ Licensed in NY · TUV008537
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.
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7, Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12230 N Triphammer RdIthaca, NY 14850-6513 · Phone (607) 391-0343 · Fax (607) 241-9951

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 Walters 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 ID9436250602
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230522002661
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.

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.
58 services57 patients
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.
46 services37 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
20 services20 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.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 86504 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
$127.71 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.24 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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 20

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

DR. ROMULO LAURETA PARUNGAO M.D.
Emergency Medicine
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8600
JAY S GUIKEMA FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000
MARIBEL PASTRAN RD, CD
Dietitian, Registered
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000
SARAH R WILLIAMS PT
Physical Therapist
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000
JOHN NORBERT
Family Medicine
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000
DR. LINDA BROWN TRUDEL MD
Family Medicine
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000
DR. SAMMIE MICHEAL BIA III PHARMD.
Pharmacist
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000
DR. WALTER MAX ADAM MD
Family Medicine
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000

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 Walters's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Walters is 1760410807. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2006.

Where is Melissa Walters located?

Melissa Walters practices at Corner Of Route N12 And N7, Fort Defiance, AZ 86504. The listed phone number is (928) 729-8000.

What is Melissa Walters's specialty?

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

Is Melissa Walters enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Walters 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Walters was last updated on May 19, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.