MELINDA SHEPPARD
NPI 1871997973
Nurse Practitioner - Adult Health in Cincinnati, OH

Q: What is Melinda Sheppard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melinda Sheppard is 1871997973. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 17, 2014. The provider is also known as Melinda Marie Ballinger.

Q: What is Melinda Sheppard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Adult Health, with taxonomy code 363LA2200X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melinda Sheppard was last updated on October 26, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.

Active since October 17, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

95.39/100

CMS Quality Rating

11140 MONTGOMERY RD, CINCINNATI, OH 45249(513) 792-7800(513) 792-7827 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 26, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Melinda Sheppard NPPES

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

MELINDA SHEPPARD (NPI 1871997973) is an individual adult health provider in Cincinnati, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (16240) and active in the NPI registry since October 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Margaret Mary Community Hospital Inc, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871997973

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LA2200X

Provider Legal NameMELINDA SHEPPARD

Location Address11140 MONTGOMERY RDCincinnati, OH 45249-2309

Mailing Address237 William Howard Taft Rd, 2nd Floor, Cbo 2-3Cincinnati, OH 45219-2610 · (513) 792-7800 · Fax (513) 792-7827

Phone(513) 792-7800

Fax(513) 792-7827

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014

Enumeration DateOctober 17, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 26, 2020

NPPES CertifiedOctober 26, 2020

✔ NPI 1871997973 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Adult HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363LA2200X

License✔ Licensed in OH · 16240

Also ListedNurse Practitioner · GerontologyTaxonomy 363LG0600X · License 16240 (OH)

11140 MONTGOMERY RD, Cincinnati, OH 45249

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Melinda Marie Ballinger

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid7100314950KY

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health 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 Sheppard 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 ID6709108210

PECOS Enrollment IDI20141210002349, I20150811005478

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.

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.

547 services463 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.

358 services343 patients

Programming of dual lead pacemaker system 93280

Programming of a dual lead pacemaker system is a procedure to adjust your heart's pacemaker settings. This process involves a small device, called a programmer, that communicates with your pacemaker to ensure it's working optimally for your heart's needs.

108 services101 patients

Heart rhythm recording continous external ekg over more than 48 hours up to 7 days 93242

This procedure involves wearing a device, an external EKG, for up to 7 days to continuously monitor your heart rhythm. It helps detect irregularities that may not occur during a standard EKG. The device is non-invasive and safe.

39 services38 patients

Programming of multiple lead implantable defibrillator system 93284

Programming of a multiple lead implantable defibrillator system involves adjusting settings on your implanted device to help control irregular heart rhythms. The process is non-invasive and helps ensure optimal device performance for maintaining heart health.

38 services36 patients

Programming of multiple lead pacemaker system 93281

Programming of a multiple lead pacemaker system involves adjusting settings on your pacemaker device to optimize its function. This device uses electrical impulses to regulate your heart's rhythm. The procedure ensures it's working effectively for your specific needs.

20 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Margaret Mary Community Hospital Inc

Critical Access Hospitals · Batesville, IN

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number151329

Location321 Mitchell AveBatesville, IN 47006 · Franklin County

Emergency services

Christ Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cincinnati, OH

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number360163

Location2139 Auburn AvenueCincinnati, OH 45219 · Hamilton County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Clinton Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Wilmington, OH

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number360175

Location610 West Main StreetWilmington, OH 45177 · Clinton County

Birthing friendly

Bethesda North

Acute Care Hospitals · Cincinnati, OH

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number360179

Location10500 Montgomery RoadCincinnati, OH 45242 · Hamilton County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 45249 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

$84.72 typical visit price

range $54.34 – $166.65

Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.66)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$96.44 typical visit price

range $17.10 – $135.40

Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)

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.

95.39/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

82.76

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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. RODNEY P GEIER MD

Radiology (Radiation Oncology)

11140 MONTGOMERY RD
CINCINNATI, OH 45249

Hamilton County (513) 564-8520

SAMANTHA STEELE ATC, OTC

Specialist/Technologist, Other (Orthopedic Assistant)

11140 MONTGOMERY RD
CINCINNATI, OH 45249

Hamilton County (513) 791-5200

MADHUKAR GUPTA M.D.

Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)

11140 MONTGOMERY RD
CINCINNATI, OH 45249

Hamilton County (513) 792-7800

FAYE Y LANG MD

Internal Medicine

11140 MONTGOMERY RD, SUITE 2500
MONTGOMERY, OH 45249

Hamilton County (513) 564-2434

JOHN F SCHNEIDER M.D.

Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)

11140 MONTGOMERY RD
CINCINNATI, OH 45249

Hamilton County (513) 792-7800

MRS. TAMMY HUNTSMAN BROWN M.A., CCC-A

Audiologist

11140 MONTGOMERY RD
CINCINNATI, OH 45249

Hamilton County (513) 421-5558

DR. SANDRA ADAMS EISELE MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

11140 MONTGOMERY RD
CINCINNATI, OH 45249

Hamilton County (513) 271-3222

DR. IRFAN FIRDAUS DO

Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)

11140 MONTGOMERY RD
CINCINNATI, OH 45249

Hamilton County (513) 564-8580

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 Sheppard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melinda Sheppard is 1871997973. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 17, 2014. The provider is also known as Melinda Marie Ballinger.

Where is Melinda Sheppard located?

Melinda Sheppard practices at 11140 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45249. The listed phone number is (513) 792-7800.

What is Melinda Sheppard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Adult Health, with taxonomy code 363LA2200X.

Is Melinda Sheppard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melinda Sheppard 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 Sheppard accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, CareSource and MedMutual and 1 other insurer list Melinda Sheppard 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 Sheppard affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melinda Sheppard is affiliated with Margaret Mary Community Hospital Inc, Christ Hospital, Clinton Memorial Hospital and Bethesda North.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melinda Sheppard was last updated on October 26, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.