Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melanie Akau, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Aurora, CO
- NPI 1699020735
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.3 / 100 · 2023
- 14 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1675 Aurora CT
Aurora, CO 800452517
(720) 848-2020
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 7, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Colorado #3307
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1699020735. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
761
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$50,984
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 108 | 100 | $98 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 106 | 91 | $67 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 74 | 60 | $27 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 73 | 66 | $98 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 54 | 49 | $25 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 53 | 47 | $36 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 41 | 41 | $77 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 37 | 37 | $134 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 35 | 34 | $22 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 35 | 32 | $67 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 20 peers in Aurora Optometrist, average services per provider: 57. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$58
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $58.06 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
297
Patients
99
Total drug cost
$104,259
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 48 | 14 | $1,355 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 45 | 23 | $641 |
| Fluorometholone | Generic | 31 | 21 | $2,393 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 28 | 12 | $43,885 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $36,297 |
| Restasis Multidose (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $11,689 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 16 | 16 | $598 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 15 | 0 | $88 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $5,963 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 15 | 13 | $505 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melanie Akau's medical specialty?
Dr. Melanie Akau practices Optometrist in Aurora, CO.
Where does Dr. Melanie Akau practice?
Dr. Melanie Akau practices at 1675 Aurora CT, Aurora, CO 800452517. Office phone: 7208482020.
What is Dr. Melanie Akau's NPI?
Dr. Melanie Akau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699020735, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melanie Akau accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melanie Akau accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melanie Akau commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Exam of visual field with extended testing (HCPCS 92083). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.