Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melissa Therese Paragas, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Tallahassee, FL
- NPI 1083195697
- Accepts Medicare
- 8 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2181 Orange Ave E
Tallahassee, FL 323116144
(510) 931-8755 - Mailing address
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2839 Sweet Ridge St
Tallahassee, FL 323084798
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2018 — 8 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2018 — 8 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #34072TLG
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1083195697. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
510
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$48,834
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 120 | 104 | $95 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 97 | 96 | $40 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 97 | 87 | $134 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 52 | 52 | $160 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 48 | 48 | $135 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 34 | 33 | $41 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 34 | 34 | $50 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 16 | 16 | $39 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 12 | 12 | $173 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in this city , average services per provider: 83. This provider delivers 6.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$77
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 3 | $57.43 | |
| Dompe US, Inc. | 1 | $19.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
390
Patients
257
Total drug cost
$28,135
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 129 | 102 | $1,419 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 78 | 73 | $1,182 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 66 | 24 | $1,932 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 39 | 27 | $1,925 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | Generic | 25 | 20 | $6,745 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $4,417 |
| Fluorometholone | Generic | 12 | 11 | $1,135 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $6,304 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 12 | 0 | $3,075 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melissa Therese Paragas's medical specialty?
Dr. Melissa Therese Paragas practices Optometrist in Tallahassee, FL.
Where does Dr. Melissa Therese Paragas practice?
Dr. Melissa Therese Paragas practices at 2181 Orange Ave E, Tallahassee, FL 323116144. Office phone: 5109318755.
What is Dr. Melissa Therese Paragas's NPI?
Dr. Melissa Therese Paragas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083195697, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melissa Therese Paragas accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melissa Therese Paragas accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melissa Therese Paragas commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.