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MELANIE HEATHER CHAVEZ FNP
NPI 1881269504
Nurse Practitioner in Las Vegas, NM

Active since May 25, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
105 MILLS AVE STE 200, LAS VEGAS, NM 87701(505) 617-3870 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 10, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 10, 2026, Dec 22, 2025, Nov 12, 2025 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2021).

About Melanie Heather Chavez Fnp NPPES

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

MELANIE HEATHER CHAVEZ FNP (NPI 1881269504) is an individual nurse practitioner in Las Vegas, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (63398) and active in the NPI registry since May 2021. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Alta Vista Regional Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2021).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881269504
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameMELANIE HEATHER CHAVEZCredential: FNP
Location Address105 MILLS AVE STE 200Las Vegas, NM 87701-4169
Mailing Address105 Mills Ave Ste 200Las Vegas, NM 87701-4169 · (505) 431-8497 · Fax (505) 628-1725
Phone(505) 617-3870
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateMay 25, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 10, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 10, 2026
✔ NPI 1881269504 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License✔ Licensed in NM · 63398
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
105 MILLS AVE STE 200, Las Vegas, NM 87701
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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.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

Melanie Heather Chavez Fnp 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 ID2062816499
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210807000169
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 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.
127 services58 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.
25 services23 patients
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211
This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.
19 services14 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Alta Vista Regional Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Las Vegas, NM
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number321312
Location104 Legion DriveLas Vegas, NM 87701 · San Miguel County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87701 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

THERESA OKORO CNM
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Obstetrics)
105 MILLS AVE STE 200, 105 MILLS AVE. STE. 200
LAS VEGAS, NM 87701
San Miguel County (505) 454-1109
HIGH DESERT FAMILY HEALTH AND AESTHETICS
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
105 MILLS AVE STE 200
LAS VEGAS, NM 87701
San Miguel County (505) 431-8497
DR. TANIA D PENCE DO
Orthopaedic Surgery
105 MILLS AVE STE 200
LAS VEGAS, NM 87701
San Miguel County (505) 426-3795
DR. HUMBERTO D MARTINEZ MD
Surgery
105 MILLS AVE STE 200
LAS VEGAS, NM 87701
San Miguel County (505) 426-3795
RURAL SURGICAL ASSOCIATES OF LAS VEGAS LLC
Surgery
105 MILLS AVE STE 200
LAS VEGAS, NM 87701
San Miguel County (505) 426-3795
NEW MEXICO QUICKCARE MEDICAL GROUP
Family Medicine
105 MILLS AVE STE 200
LAS VEGAS, NM 87701
San Miguel County (505) 454-1109
DR. MITAL SUMANKUMAR PATEL M.D. (ORTHOPAEDICS)
Orthopaedic Surgery
105 MILLS AVE STE 200
LAS VEGAS, NM 87701
San Miguel County (505) 426-3795
WENDY DAVIS MD
Surgery
105 MILLS AVE STE 200
LAS VEGAS, NM 87701
San Miguel County (505) 426-3795

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 Melanie Chavez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Chavez is 1881269504. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 25, 2021.

Where is Melanie Chavez located?

Melanie Chavez practices at 105 Mills Ave Ste 200, Las Vegas, NM 87701. The listed phone number is (505) 617-3870.

What is Melanie Chavez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Melanie Chavez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melanie Chavez 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 Melanie Chavez accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma list Melanie Chavez 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 Melanie Chavez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melanie Chavez is affiliated with Alta Vista Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melanie Chavez was last updated on March 10, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.