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MELINDA ANITA CANO-HOWES OD
NPI 1881650547
Optometrist in Los Lunas, NM

Active since April 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
96.75/100
CMS Quality Rating
1603 MAIN STREET, SW, SUITE B, LOS LUNAS, NM 87031(505) 865-6100(505) 213-0103 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 21, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Melinda Anita Cano-howes Od NPPES

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

MELINDA ANITA CANO-HOWES OD (NPI 1881650547) is an individual optometrist in Los Lunas, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (514) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California - School Of Optometry (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881650547
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameMELINDA ANITA CANO-HOWESCredential: OD
Location Address1603 MAIN STREET, SW, SUITE BLos Lunas, NM 87031
Mailing Address8801 Horizon Blvd Ne, Suite 360Albuquerque, NM 87113-1533 · (505) 828-4923 · Fax (505) 213-0103
Phone(505) 865-6100
Fax(505) 213-0103
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California - School Of OptometryGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateApril 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 21, 2013
✔ NPI 1881650547 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 · 514
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.
1603 MAIN STREET, SW, Los Lunas, NM 87031
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Other Identifiers 6

Medicaid264206AZ
Medicare PIN346728806NM
Medicaid53082877NM
OtherP00479952NM · Medicare Id (railroad Medicare)
OtherNM00PB82NM · Bc Bs Of Nm
Medicare UPINU82446

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield 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

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Melinda Anita Cano-howes Od 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 ID7113814120
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040303001044
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 8

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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
93 services93 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.
74 services69 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
49 services44 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.
27 services22 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
20 services20 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
20 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87031 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.

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.

96.75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability87
Improvement Activities40
Cost100

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 Cano-howes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melinda Cano-howes is 1881650547. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 21, 2006.

Where is Melinda Cano-howes located?

Melinda Cano-howes practices at 1603 Main Street, SW Suite B, Los Lunas, NM 87031. The listed phone number is (505) 865-6100.

What is Melinda Cano-howes's specialty?

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

Is Melinda Cano-howes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melinda Cano-howes 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 Cano-howes accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Melinda Cano-howes 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melinda Cano-howes was last updated on August 21, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.