Melanie Bennett-Sims, M.D.
NPI 1982896106 · Ophthalmology Physician · Baltimore, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melanie Bennett-Sims, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Baltimore, MD (NPI 1982896106).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982896106
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0065831 (MD)
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
18 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
1,048 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 427 | $91 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 145 | $126 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 91 | $128 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 82 | $35 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 72 | $63 |
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 48 | $22 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 233 | 98 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 106 | 81 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 94 | 40 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 94 | 48 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 74 | 53 |
| Timolol Maleate | 63 | 30 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 59 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$340 across 17 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
- 2007-08-11
- Last updated
- 2007-08-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melanie Bennett-Sims's NPI number?
- Melanie Bennett-Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982896106, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melanie Bennett-Sims's specialty?
- Melanie Bennett-Sims is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melanie Bennett-Sims located?
- Melanie Bennett-Sims's practice location on file with NPPES is 600 N Wolfe St, Baltimore, MD 21287-0005.
- What is Melanie Bennett-Sims's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melanie Bennett-Sims is (410) 955-5490.
- Does Melanie Bennett-Sims accept Medicare?
- Melanie Bennett-Sims is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melanie Bennett-Sims's NPI active?
- Yes — Melanie Bennett-Sims's NPI (1982896106) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-08-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.