Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melanie Kiser, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Optometrist · Hickory, NC
- NPI 1477696656
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1960 US Highway 70 Se
Hickory, NC 286025106
(828) 323-8833
fax (828) 322-8687
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 27, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- North Carolina #NC1568 · Tennessee #TN1430
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477696656. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
936
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$73,735
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 408 | 393 | $35 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 274 | 273 | $120 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 117 | 117 | $142 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 65 | 50 | $86 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 31 | 19 | $92 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 25 | 22 | $38 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 16 | 15 | $35 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 224. This provider delivers 4.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$310
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $161.52 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. | 6 | $131.87 | |
| CooperVision Inc. | 1 | $16.19 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
104
Patients
21
Total drug cost
$1,242
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 93 | 21 | $1,182 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $60 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melanie Kiser's medical specialty?
Dr. Melanie Kiser practices Optometrist in Hickory, NC.
Where does Dr. Melanie Kiser practice?
Dr. Melanie Kiser practices at 1960 US Highway 70 Se, Hickory, NC 286025106. Office phone: 8283238833.
What is Dr. Melanie Kiser's NPI?
Dr. Melanie Kiser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477696656, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melanie Kiser accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melanie Kiser accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melanie Kiser commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); New patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92004). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.