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MELINDA MICHELLE ABBRING FNP-BC
NPI 1790208197
Nurse Practitioner - Family in East Chicago, IN

Active since July 18, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4320 FIR ST UNIT 417, EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312(219) 791-1555(219) 791-1560 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 2, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 2, 2022, May 26, 2022, Nov 16, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Melinda Michelle Abbring Fnp-bc NPPES

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

MELINDA MICHELLE ABBRING FNP-BC (NPI 1790208197) is an individual family provider in East Chicago, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (28193521A) and active in the NPI registry since July 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790208197
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMELINDA MICHELLE ABBRINGCredential: FNP-BC
Location Address4320 FIR ST UNIT 417East Chicago, IN 46312-3078
Mailing Address120 W 22nd St Ste 200Oak Brook, IL 60523-1563 · (630) 575-5000
Phone(219) 791-1555
Fax(219) 791-1560
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateJuly 18, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 2, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 2, 2022
✔ NPI 1790208197 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in IN · 28193521A
Also ListedRegistered NurseTaxonomy 163W00000X · License 28193521A (IN)
Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X · License 71007461A (IN)
4320 FIR ST UNIT 417, East Chicago, IN 46312
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource, UnitedHealthcare.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

Melinda Michelle Abbring Fnp-bc 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 ID1658645379
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170919003713
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 3

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 services36 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 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.
41 services33 patients
Transitional care management services for problem of high complexity 99496
Transitional care management services are designed to ensure a smooth transition from a hospital to home or another care setting for patients with complex health issues. These services include medication management, patient education, and coordination with healthcare providers.
38 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winfield, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140242
Location25 North Winfield RoadWinfield, IL 60190 · Du Page County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Catherine Hospital Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · East Chicago, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150008
Location4321 Fir StreetEast Chicago, IN 46312 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Mary Medical Center Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Hobart, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150034
Location1500 S Lake Park AveHobart, IN 46342 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Munster, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150125
Location901 Macarthur BlvdMunster, IN 46321 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46312 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
$82.04 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
2 suppliers11 claims1,260 services$0.34 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$17.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Melinda Abbring's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melinda Abbring is 1790208197. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 18, 2017.

Where is Melinda Abbring located?

Melinda Abbring practices at 4320 Fir St Unit 417, East Chicago, IN 46312. The listed phone number is (219) 791-1555.

What is Melinda Abbring's specialty?

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

Is Melinda Abbring enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melinda Abbring 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 Melinda Abbring accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource and UnitedHealthcare list Melinda Abbring 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.

Is Melinda Abbring affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melinda Abbring is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital, St Catherine Hospital Inc, St Mary Medical Center Inc and Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melinda Abbring was last updated on December 2, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.