Howard Melvin, MD
NPI 1518923101 · Ophthalmology Physician · Cincinnati, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Melvin, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Cincinnati, OH (NPI 1518923101).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518923101
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35051997 (OH)
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
20 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
523 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 127 | $167 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 125 | $84 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Retinal Drawing92201 | 79 | $23 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 72 | $57 |
| Ultrasound Scan to Determine Eye Length and Lens Power76519 | 43 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 39 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 441 | 92 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 199 | 48 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 148 | 67 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 140 | 33 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 98 | 20 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 88 | 29 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 88 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19 across 1 record (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
- 2006-04-24
- Last updated
- 2021-02-08
- Certified
- 2021-02-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Melvin's NPI number?
- Howard Melvin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518923101, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Melvin's specialty?
- Howard Melvin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Melvin located?
- Howard Melvin's practice location on file with NPPES is 3131 Harvey Ave Ste 201, Cincinnati, OH 45229-3007.
- What is Howard Melvin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Melvin is (513) 861-8300.
- Does Howard Melvin accept Medicare?
- Howard Melvin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Melvin's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Melvin's NPI (1518923101) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.