Melanie Rushing, O.D.
NPI 1770572703 · Optometrist · Nacogdoches, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melanie Rushing, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Nacogdoches, TX (NPI 1770572703).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770572703
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 06251TG (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
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
597 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 277 | $84 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 63 | $34 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 60 | $119 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 51 | $33 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 42 | $37 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 32 | $60 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporine | 31 | 14 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 27 | — |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 26 | — |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 20 | 19 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 13 | — |
| Latanoprost | 13 | — |
| Varenicline Tartratebrand: Tyrvaya | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$335 across 10 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
- 2005-10-21
- Last updated
- 2011-05-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melanie Rushing's NPI number?
- Melanie Rushing's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770572703, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melanie Rushing's specialty?
- Melanie Rushing is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Melanie Rushing located?
- Melanie Rushing's practice location on file with NPPES is 3208 N University Dr, Nacogdoches, TX 75965-2633.
- What is Melanie Rushing's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melanie Rushing is (936) 564-7661.
- Does Melanie Rushing accept Medicare?
- Melanie Rushing is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melanie Rushing's NPI active?
- Yes — Melanie Rushing's NPI (1770572703) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-05-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.