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MELISSA PHYLLIS JONES-HJELDEN OD
NPI 1912160540
Optometrist in Watford City, ND

Active since July 03, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1005 SOUTH MAIN ST, WATFORD CITY, ND 58854(701) 444-3221(701) 401-2448 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 29, 2026, Mar 7, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

About Melissa Phyllis Jones-hjelden Od NPPES

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

MELISSA PHYLLIS JONES-HJELDEN OD (NPI 1912160540) is an individual optometrist in Watford City, North Dakota, licensed in North Dakota (706) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern California College Of Optometry (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912160540
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameMELISSA PHYLLIS JONES-HJELDENCredential: OD
Location Address1005 SOUTH MAIN STWatford City, ND 58854
Mailing Address1005 S Main StWatford City, ND 58854-6730 · (701) 444-3221 · Fax (701) 401-2448
Phone(701) 444-3221
Fax(701) 401-2448
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern California College Of OptometryGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJuly 3, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 29, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 29, 2026
✔ NPI 1912160540 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in ND · 706✔ Licensed in MT · 1933✔ Licensed in MN · 3131
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.
1005 SOUTH MAIN ST, Watford City, ND 58854
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Melissa Phyllis Samuelson Od

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Melissa Phyllis Jones-hjelden 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 ID3577639582
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130612000618
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Melissa Jones-hjelden reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Eyes By Design Ltd
1.0 mi
Optometrist
1005 SOUTH MAIN ST
Watford City, ND 58854
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Dakota enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1205812393 (701) 444-3221
Cameron Deschamp Od PC
96 mi
Optometrist
3900 SOUTH BROADWAY
Minot, ND 58701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Dakota enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1740337211 (701) 839-8726

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.
106 services106 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.
73 services57 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).
42 services33 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.
42 services34 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.
36 services30 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
21 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 58854 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
$127.45 typical visit price
range $55.75 – $168.12
Typical copayment $31.86 (range $13.93 – $42.03)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.48 typical visit price
range $18.11 – $137.65
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.52 – $34.41)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

EYES BY DESIGN LTD
Optometrist
1005 SOUTH MAIN ST
WATFORD CITY, ND 58854
McKenzie County (701) 444-3221

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 Melissa Jones-hjelden's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Jones-hjelden is 1912160540. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 3, 2008. The provider is also known as Melissa Phyllis Samuelson Od.

Where is Melissa Jones-hjelden located?

Melissa Jones-hjelden practices at 1005 South Main St, Watford City, ND 58854. The listed phone number is (701) 444-3221.

What is Melissa Jones-hjelden's specialty?

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

Is Melissa Jones-hjelden enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Jones-hjelden 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Melissa Jones-hjelden's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Melissa Jones-hjelden reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Eyes By Design Ltd (Watford City, ND) and Cameron Deschamp Od PC (Minot, ND). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Melissa Jones-hjelden's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Melissa Jones-hjelden accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 2 other insurers list Melissa Jones-hjelden 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 Melissa Jones-hjelden was last updated on July 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.