Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melanie Chwalek, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Hoover, AL
- NPI 1275150096
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.6 / 100 · 2023
- 6 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3053 John Hawkins Pkwy
Hoover, AL 352441028
(205) 982-1797
fax (205) 982-7558 - Mailing address
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1300 Al Seier Ln
Hoover, AL 352262007
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2020 — 6 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 15, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2020 — 6 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #S-E59-TA-B86
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1275150096. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
379
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$27,423
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 128 | 111 | $83 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 62 | 49 | $52 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 58 | 47 | $37 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 38 | 36 | $116 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 23 | 23 | $101 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 22 | 19 | $33 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 20 | 18 | $115 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 17 | 17 | $56 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 11 | 11 | $67 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Hoover Optometrist, average services per provider: 80. This provider delivers 4.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$431
Transactions
12
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 4 | $188.32 | |
| Biotissue Holdings INC. | 1 | $98.97 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 4 | $85.01 | |
| Thea Pharma INC. | 2 | $39.68 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $18.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
473
Patients
232
Total drug cost
$60,742
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 191 | 52 | $5,319 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 64 | 61 | $1,042 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 51 | 14 | $990 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 46 | 40 | $1,694 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 39 | 35 | $636 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 35 | 15 | $49,965 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 29 | 15 | $755 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 18 | 0 | $340 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melanie Chwalek's medical specialty?
Dr. Melanie Chwalek practices Optometrist in Hoover, AL.
Where does Dr. Melanie Chwalek practice?
Dr. Melanie Chwalek practices at 3053 John Hawkins Pkwy, Hoover, AL 352441028. Office phone: 2059821797.
What is Dr. Melanie Chwalek's NPI?
Dr. Melanie Chwalek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275150096, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melanie Chwalek accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melanie Chwalek accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melanie Chwalek commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.