Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Archie Melcher, MD
Neurology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Metairie, LA
- NPI 1578532818
- Accepts Medicare
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3800 Houma Blvd, Suite 205
Metairie, LA 700064182
(405) 885-7337
fax (504) 456-5172
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 14, 2009
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #019929
- Medicaid
- LA #1931390
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578532818. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
430
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$52,106
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 124 | 107 | $124 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 108 | 92 | $88 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 64 | 62 | $174 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 59 | 59 | $163 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 31 | 20 | $78 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 18 | 18 | $129 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 14 | 14 | $55 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 12 | 12 | $83 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Metairie Neurology Physician, average services per provider: 76. This provider delivers 5.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$920
Transactions
57
Manufacturers
14
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 35 | $466.80 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 3 | $77.75 | |
| Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC | 3 | $51.82 | |
| Argenx US, INC. | 2 | $43.55 | |
| Lundbeck LLC | 2 | $34.33 | |
| Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $32.77 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $32.68 | |
| Grifols USA, LLC | 2 | $31.66 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 2 | $30.33 | |
| Eisai INC. | 1 | $29.59 | |
| Kyowa Kirin, INC. | 1 | $27.50 | |
| Biogen, INC. | 1 | $24.85 | |
| Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, INC. | 1 | $18.77 | |
| Acadia Pharmaceuticals INC | 1 | $17.99 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,286
Patients
474
Total drug cost
$260,136
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 653 | 151 | $13,429 |
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 273 | 74 | $6,776 |
| Levetiracetam | Generic | 221 | 50 | $4,551 |
| Carbidopa-Levodopa (Carbidopa/Levodopa) | Brand | 150 | 43 | $3,850 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 129 | 24 | $2,834 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 103 | 30 | $1,318 |
| Dilantin (Phenytoin Sodium Extended) | Brand | 97 | 0 | $14,110 |
| Primidone | Generic | 97 | 28 | $2,942 |
| Topiramate | Generic | 97 | 21 | $2,108 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | Generic | 93 | 17 | $946 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Archie Melcher's medical specialty?
Dr. Archie Melcher practices Neurology Physician in Metairie, LA.
Where does Dr. Archie Melcher practice?
Dr. Archie Melcher practices at 3800 Houma Blvd, Metairie, LA 700064182. Office phone: 4058857337.
What is Dr. Archie Melcher's NPI?
Dr. Archie Melcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578532818, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Archie Melcher accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Archie Melcher accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Archie Melcher 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); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.