Melanie Mihlstin, M.D.
NPI 1437561958 · Ophthalmology Physician · Saginaw, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melanie Mihlstin, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Saginaw, MI (NPI 1437561958).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437561958
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301117521 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,254 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 700 | $37 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 471 | $115 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 253 | $86 |
| Unclassified BiologicsJ3590 | 219 | $54 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 164 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 67 | $117 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 398 | 97 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 271 | 181 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 156 | 97 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 143 | 37 |
| Timolol Maleate | 133 | 36 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 119 | 36 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 117 | 64 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$81 across 3 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-06-02
- Last updated
- 2024-11-21
- Certified
- 2024-11-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melanie Mihlstin's NPI number?
- Melanie Mihlstin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437561958, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melanie Mihlstin's specialty?
- Melanie Mihlstin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melanie Mihlstin located?
- Melanie Mihlstin's practice location on file with NPPES is 5310 Hampton Pl Ste 1, Saginaw, MI 48604-8202.
- What is Melanie Mihlstin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melanie Mihlstin is (989) 321-2655.
- Does Melanie Mihlstin accept Medicare?
- Melanie Mihlstin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melanie Mihlstin's NPI active?
- Yes — Melanie Mihlstin's NPI (1437561958) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-11-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.