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MELYNDA ELIZABETH TORRES O.D.
NPI 1780981688
Optometrist in Albuquerque, NM

Active since February 12, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
10409 MONTGOMERY PKWY NE STE 205, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87111(505) 205-5555 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 16, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Melynda Elizabeth Torres O.d. NPPES

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

MELYNDA ELIZABETH TORRES O.D. (NPI 1780981688) is an individual optometrist in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (617) and active in the NPI registry since February 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern California College Of Optometry (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780981688
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameMELYNDA ELIZABETH TORRESCredential: O.D.
Location Address10409 MONTGOMERY PKWY NE STE 205Albuquerque, NM 87111-3862
Mailing Address10409 Montgomery Pkwy Ne Ste 205Albuquerque, NM 87111-3862 · (505) 205-5555
Phone(505) 205-5555
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern California College Of OptometryGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateFebruary 12, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 16, 2025
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 16, 2025
✔ NPI 1780981688 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in NM · 617
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.
10409 MONTGOMERY PKWY NE STE 205, Albuquerque, NM 87111
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Other Identifiers 1

Other617NM · State License

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

Melynda Elizabeth Torres 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 ID6406033018
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110608000413
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.
22 services14 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 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.
17 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87111 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
$126.21 typical visit price
range $54.26 – $166.80
Typical copayment $31.55 (range $13.56 – $41.70)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.00 typical visit price
range $17.00 – $135.35
Typical copayment $17.00 (range $4.25 – $33.83)
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.

SALT & LIGHT EYE CARE, LLC
Optometrist
10409 MONTGOMERY PKWY NE STE 205
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87111
Bernalillo County (505) 205-5555

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 Melynda Torres's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melynda Torres is 1780981688. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 12, 2011.

Where is Melynda Torres located?

Melynda Torres practices at 10409 Montgomery Pkwy NE Ste 205, Albuquerque, NM 87111. The listed phone number is (505) 205-5555.

What is Melynda Torres's specialty?

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

Is Melynda Torres enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melynda Torres 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 Melynda Torres was last updated on September 16, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 months 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.