Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melissa Varnado, APRN,NP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Hammond, LA
- NPI 1649551292
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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15790 Paul Vega MD Dr
Hammond, LA 704031434
(985) 345-2700 - Mailing address
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219 Raiford Oaks Blvd
Madisonville, LA 704479507
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 20, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #RN104975-AP06634
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649551292. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
54
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$4,732
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 28 | 26 | $102 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 26 | 22 | $72 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 35 peers in Hammond Family Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 108. This provider delivers 0.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$21
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Myriad Genetic Laboratories, INC. | 1 | $21.06 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
79
Patients
77
Total drug cost
$438
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 54 | 53 | $335 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 14 | 13 | $94 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 11 | 11 | $9 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melissa Varnado's medical specialty?
Dr. Melissa Varnado practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Hammond, LA.
Where does Dr. Melissa Varnado practice?
Dr. Melissa Varnado practices at 15790 Paul Vega MD Dr, Hammond, LA 704031434. Office phone: 9853452700.
What is Dr. Melissa Varnado's NPI?
Dr. Melissa Varnado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649551292, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melissa Varnado accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melissa Varnado accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melissa Varnado 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). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.