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MELANIE MONTGOMERY BIENVENU M.D., M.P.H.
NPI 1922269281
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Lafayette, LA

Active since June 19, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.37/100
CMS Quality Rating
2390 W. CONGRESS ST., LAFAYETTE, LA 70506(337) 261-6759(337) 261-6795 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 1, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 1, 2021, Oct 4, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Melanie Montgomery Bienvenu M.d., M.p.h. NPPES

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

MELANIE MONTGOMERY BIENVENU M.D., M.P.H. (NPI 1922269281) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Lafayette, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (206954) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1922269281
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameMELANIE MONTGOMERY BIENVENUCredential: M.D., M.P.H.
Location Address2390 W. CONGRESS ST.Lafayette, LA 70506
Mailing Address2390 W. Congress St.Lafayette, LA 70506 · (337) 261-6759 · Fax (337) 261-6795
Phone(337) 261-6759
Fax(337) 261-6795
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJune 19, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJune 1, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 1, 2021
✔ NPI 1922269281 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
Licenses✔ Licensed in LA · 206954✔ Licensed in SC · 33915
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
2390 W. CONGRESS ST., Lafayette, LA 70506
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2371118LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health 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

Melanie Montgomery Bienvenu M.d., M.p.h. 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 ID6204056823
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141002002052
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 6

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
55 services30 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
38 services38 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
37 services36 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
36 services36 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.
22 services18 patients
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43235
This procedure, known as an upper endoscopy, involves inserting a thin, flexible tube with a camera down the throat to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper small bowel. It helps diagnose conditions like ulcers or inflammation.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lafayette, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190002
Location1214 Coolidge AvenueLafayette, LA 70503 · Lafayette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Lafayette, LA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190006
Location2390 West CongressLafayette, LA 70506 · Lafayette County
Emergency services

Ochsner St Martin Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Breaux Bridge, LA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number191302
Location210 Champagne BoulevardBreaux Bridge, LA 70517 · St. Martin County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70506 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

87.37/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality69.52
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost55.04

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 Bienvenu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Bienvenu is 1922269281. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 19, 2008.

Where is Melanie Bienvenu located?

Melanie Bienvenu practices at 2390 W. Congress St., Lafayette, LA 70506. The listed phone number is (337) 261-6759.

What is Melanie Bienvenu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Melanie Bienvenu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melanie Bienvenu 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 Bienvenu accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and HMO Louisiana and 1 other insurer list Melanie Bienvenu 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 Bienvenu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melanie Bienvenu is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics and Ochsner St Martin Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melanie Bienvenu was last updated on June 1, 2021. 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.