Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melvin Gehrig, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Lake Charles, LA
- NPI 1932181427
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.8 / 100 · 2023
- 55 yrs in practice
- Male
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1717 Oak Park Blvd, Suite 1
Lake Charles, LA 706018991
(337) 478-3810
fax (337) 478-6360
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1971 — 55 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #0908-503T
- Medicaid
- LA #1366994
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1932181427. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,031
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$90,864
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 447 | 431 | $116 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 120 | 107 | $85 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 106 | 48 | $17 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 74 | 68 | $82 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 68 | 68 | $137 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 68 | 33 | $28 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 53 | 52 | $120 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 48 | 23 | $18 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 47 | 43 | $53 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in this city , average services per provider: 88. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,393
Transactions
27
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glaukos Corporation | 5 | $522.63 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 7 | $361.78 | |
| SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC. | 5 | $169.88 | |
| Dompe US, Inc. | 1 | $124.20 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 3 | $63.57 | |
| Harrow Eye, LLC | 2 | $62.23 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $32.79 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 1 | $21.96 | |
| CooperVision Inc. | 1 | $17.32 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, Inc. | 1 | $16.39 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
662
Patients
259
Total drug cost
$118,446
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 166 | 37 | $2,422 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 80 | 17 | $39,930 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 57 | 17 | $764 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 57 | 0 | $9,200 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 48 | 41 | $695 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 45 | 39 | $2,097 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 39 | 13 | $14,907 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 38 | 12 | $843 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 28 | 16 | $32,842 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 26 | 22 | $274 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melvin Gehrig's medical specialty?
Dr. Melvin Gehrig practices Optometrist in Lake Charles, LA.
Where does Dr. Melvin Gehrig practice?
Dr. Melvin Gehrig practices at 1717 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 706018991. Office phone: 3374783810.
What is Dr. Melvin Gehrig's NPI?
Dr. Melvin Gehrig's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932181427, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melvin Gehrig accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melvin Gehrig accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melvin Gehrig commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Imaging of optic nerve (HCPCS 92133). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.