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MELINDA SUE KOZMA ACNP
NPI 1821272899
Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care in Carlsbad, NM

Active since December 26, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.3/100
CMS Quality Rating
1619 SKYLINE CIR STE A, CARLSBAD, NM 88220(575) 941-4400(833) 620-2406 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 27, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 27, 2026, Jan 22, 2026, Oct 13, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Melinda Sue Kozma Acnp NPPES

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

MELINDA SUE KOZMA ACNP (NPI 1821272899) is an individual acute care provider in Carlsbad, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (CNP-03393) and active in the NPI registry since December 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821272899
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LA2100X
Provider Legal NameMELINDA SUE KOZMACredential: ACNP
Location Address1619 SKYLINE CIR STE ACarlsbad, NM 88220-9842
Mailing Address1619 Skyline Cir Ste ACarlsbad, NM 88220-9842 · (575) 941-4400 · Fax (833) 620-2406
Phone(575) 941-4400
Fax(833) 620-2406
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateDecember 26, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 27, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 27, 2026
✔ NPI 1821272899 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Acute CarePhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LA2100X
License✔ Licensed in NM · CNP-03393
1619 SKYLINE CIR STE A, Carlsbad, NM 88220
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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Melinda Sue Thacker Cnp

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Oklahoma 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

Melinda Sue Kozma Acnp 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 ID5294818449
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180221001050
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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
352 services233 patients
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.
269 services171 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.
215 services137 patients
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.
80 services70 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
53 services51 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.
36 services33 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Alamogordo, NM
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number320004
Location2669 Scenic DriveAlamogordo, NM 88310 · Otero County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Artesia General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Artesia, NM
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number320030
Location702 N 13th StreetArtesia, NM 88210 · Eddy County
Emergency services

Carlsbad Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Carlsbad, NM
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number320063
Location2430 West Pierce StreetCarlsbad, NM 88220 · Eddy County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lovelace Regional Hospital - Roswell

Acute Care Hospitals · Roswell, NM
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number320086
Location117 East 19th StreetRoswell, NM 88201 · Chaves County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 88220 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
$84.79 typical visit price
range $54.26 – $166.80
Typical copayment $21.19 (range $13.56 – $41.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.38 typical visit price
range $17.00 – $135.35
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $4.25 – $33.83)
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.

98.3/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability98
Improvement Activities40

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.

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$888.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers19 claims19 services$119.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

CHRISTINA NICOLE SIEBERER NP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1619 SKYLINE CIR STE A
CARLSBAD, NM 88220
Eddy County (575) 941-4400
ADVANCED HEART & VASCULAR CENTER OF CARLSBAD NEW MEXICO
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1619 SKYLINE CIR STE A
CARLSBAD, NM 88220
Eddy County (575) 941-4400
DR. AMANDA D. RYAN DO
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
1619 SKYLINE CIR STE A
CARLSBAD, NM 88220
Eddy County (575) 941-4400
MICHELLE KAY RAIN AGACNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1619 SKYLINE CIR STE A
CARLSBAD, NM 88220
Eddy County (575) 941-4400

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 Kozma's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melinda Kozma is 1821272899. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 26, 2007. The provider is also known as Melinda Sue Thacker Cnp.

Where is Melinda Kozma located?

Melinda Kozma practices at 1619 Skyline Cir Ste A, Carlsbad, NM 88220. The listed phone number is (575) 941-4400.

What is Melinda Kozma's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Acute Care, with taxonomy code 363LA2100X.

Is Melinda Kozma enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melinda Kozma 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 Kozma accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Melinda Kozma 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 Kozma affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melinda Kozma is affiliated with Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center, Artesia General Hospital, Carlsbad Medical Center and Lovelace Regional Hospital - Roswell.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melinda Kozma was last updated on January 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.