Michelle Hessen, O.D.
NPI 1740420686 · Optometrist · Baltimore, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michelle Hessen, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Baltimore, MD (NPI 1740420686).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740420686
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- TA2108 (MD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
890 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 400 | $95 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 162 | $131 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 102 | $198 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 67 | $131 |
| Other Procedure on Eyelid67999 | 51 | $205 |
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 35 | $22 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 184 | 56 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 80 | 32 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 76 | 22 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 73 | 28 |
| Cyclosporine | 59 | 21 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | 47 | 33 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 39 | 33 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-03-05
- Last updated
- 2013-02-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michelle Hessen's NPI number?
- Michelle Hessen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740420686, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michelle Hessen's specialty?
- Michelle Hessen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Michelle Hessen located?
- Michelle Hessen's practice location on file with NPPES is 600 N Wolfe St, Baltimore, MD 21287-0005.
- What is Michelle Hessen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michelle Hessen is (410) 955-5080.
- Does Michelle Hessen accept Medicare?
- Michelle Hessen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michelle Hessen's NPI active?
- Yes — Michelle Hessen's NPI (1740420686) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-02-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.