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MELINDA S. AMENT FNP
NPI 1962588525
Nurse Practitioner in Watertown, MN

Active since October 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
204 LEWIS AVE S, WATERTOWN, MN 55388(952) 955-1963(952) 955-1965 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 11, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Melinda S. Ament Fnp NPPES

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

MELINDA S. AMENT FNP (NPI 1962588525) is an individual nurse practitioner in Watertown, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (R 147016 3) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ridgeview Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962588525
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameMELINDA S. AMENTCredential: FNP
Location Address204 LEWIS AVE SWatertown, MN 55388
Mailing Address4200 Dahlberg Dr Ste 300Golden Valley, MN 55422-4841 · (763) 520-7870 · Fax (763) 520-7580
Phone(952) 955-1963
Fax(952) 955-1965
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateOctober 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 11, 2019
✔ NPI 1962588525 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 MN · R 147016 3
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.
204 LEWIS AVE S, Watertown, MN 55388
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid852908600MN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HealthPartners, Medica, Sanford Health Plan.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 S. Ament 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 ID1153375795
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050308000244
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 11

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.
106 services62 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
66 services44 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
50 services22 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
47 services18 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.
30 services25 patients
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025
A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
21 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Ridgeview Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Waconia, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240056
Location500 South Maple StreetWaconia, MN 55387 · Carver County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Meeker Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Litchfield, MN
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number241366
Location612 South Sibley AvenueLitchfield, MN 55355 · Meeker County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55388 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
$85.82 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier29 claims29 services$2.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 17

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

DREW JENSEN
Marriage & Family Therapist
204 LEWIS AVE S, SUITE 201
WATERTOWN, MN 55388
Carver County (952) 955-1963
KRISTIN J OLSON CFNP
Nurse Practitioner
204 LEWIS AVE S, SUITE 200
WATERTOWN, MN 55388
Carver County (952) 955-1963
DR. RYAN DEAN GOETZ D.C.
Chiropractor
204 LEWIS AVE S, SUITE 203
WATERTOWN, MN 55388
Carver County (952) 955-1974
MISS JUDY LOUISE WOELLNER SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
204 LEWIS AVE S, STE #210
WATERTOWN, MN 55388
Carver County (952) 955-2242
RYAN GOETZ, P.A.
Chiropractor
204 LEWIS AVE S, SUTIE 203
WATERTOWN, MN 55388
Carver County (515) 320-3841
MR. JEFFREY JAMES DAGEN RPT
Physical Therapist
204 LEWIS AVE S, SUITE 210
WATERTOWN, MN 55388
Carver County (952) 955-2242
ROSEMARY LOUISE ROSDAHL RPH
Pharmacist
204 LEWIS AVE S, SUITE 101
WATERTOWN, MN 55388
Carver County (952) 955-2153
DAVID THELEN
Technician/Technologist (Optician)
204 LEWIS AVE S, SUITE 102
WATERTOWN, MN 55388
Carver County (952) 955-3553

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 Ament's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melinda Ament is 1962588525. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 27, 2006.

Where is Melinda Ament located?

Melinda Ament practices at 204 Lewis Ave S, Watertown, MN 55388. The listed phone number is (952) 955-1963.

What is Melinda Ament's specialty?

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

Is Melinda Ament enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melinda Ament 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 Ament accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners, Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Melinda Ament 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 Ament affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melinda Ament is affiliated with Ridgeview Medical Center and Meeker Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melinda Ament was last updated on January 11, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.