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EDWARD PHILIP MELLER DPM
NPI 1972591758
Podiatrist in Jersey City, NJ

Active since October 06, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.85/100
CMS Quality Rating
921 BERGEN AVE, SUITE # 629, JERSEY CITY, NJ 07306(201) 659-2986(201) 217-1226 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Edward Philip Meller Dpm NPPES

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

EDWARD PHILIP MELLER DPM (NPI 1972591758) is an individual podiatrist in Jersey City, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (MD002458) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New York College Of Podiatric Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972591758
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy213E00000X
Provider Legal NameEDWARD PHILIP MELLERCredential: DPM
Location Address921 BERGEN AVE, SUITE # 629Jersey City, NJ 07306-4203
Mailing Address921 Bergen Ave, Suite # 629Jersey City, NJ 07306-4203 · (201) 659-2986 · Fax (201) 217-1226
Phone(201) 659-2986
Fax(201) 217-1226
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSNew York College Of Podiatric MedicineGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateOctober 6, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2007
✔ NPI 1972591758 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatristPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Taxonomy Code213E00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NJ · MD002458✔ Licensed in NY · N005344
Definition
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
921 BERGEN AVE, Jersey City, NJ 07306
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Other Identifiers 5

Other03180NY · Ghi Medicare
Other046801NJ · Empire Medicare
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedP98001NY · Empire Medicare
Medicare UPINU68991
Medicaid8473005NJ

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Oscar Health.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

Edward Philip Meller Dpm 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 ID648164921
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060901000237
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Edward Meller reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Home Foot Care Services LLC
21 mi
Foot Surgery
146 HILLCREST RD
Watchung, NJ 07069
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 18 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1932413606 (732) 698-2444

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 18

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.

Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails 11721
This procedure involves the removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. It's typically done to treat severe nail infections, persistent pain, or abnormal nail growth. Local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort. Healing usually takes a few weeks.
997 services453 patients
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths 11056
This procedure involves the safe removal of 2-4 noncancerous thickened skin growths. It's typically done under local anesthesia. The process helps to alleviate discomfort and prevent potential complications. It's a standard, low-risk procedure.
910 services405 patients
Residence visit for established patient with straightforward medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes 99347
An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits your home for a 15-minute check-up. It's designed for patients who have previously seen the professional. The visit may include basic health assessments and discussions about your ongoing care.
793 services377 patients
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99348
An established patient home visit is a 25-minute appointment where a healthcare provider visits you at your home. This service is for patients who have previously been seen by the provider. It includes a check-up and discussion about your health concerns.
405 services313 patients
Trimming of fingernails or toenails 11719
Trimming of fingernails or toenails is a simple procedure for maintaining hygiene and preventing nail-related issues. It involves cutting the nails straight across, then smoothing any sharp edges with a file. Regular nail care can help prevent infections and discomfort.
381 services202 patients
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails 11720
This procedure involves the careful removal of 1-5 nails from fingers or toes. It's typically done to treat conditions like ingrown nails, fungal infections, or damaged nails. Local anesthesia is used for comfort, and the area heals over time with appropriate care.
323 services184 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07306 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
$98.09 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $24.52 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$79.09 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $19.77 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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.

95.85/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality78.33
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
2%55 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
15%27 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
90%182 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
23%60 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
71%182 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
12%182 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
14%182 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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 Edward Meller's NPI number?

The NPI number for Edward Meller is 1972591758. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 6, 2005.

Where is Edward Meller located?

Edward Meller practices at 921 Bergen Ave Suite # 629, Jersey City, NJ 07306. The listed phone number is (201) 659-2986.

What is Edward Meller's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist with taxonomy code 213E00000X.

Is Edward Meller enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Edward Meller 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 organization bills Medicare for Edward Meller's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Edward Meller reassigns Medicare benefits to Home Foot Care Services LLC (Watchung, NJ). The 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 Edward Meller's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Edward Meller accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Oscar Health list Edward Meller 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 Edward Meller was last updated on July 9, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.