Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Melina Perez, OD

Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Buffalo, NY

  • NPI 1225516503
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 84.6 / 100 · 2023
  • 8 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1569 Niagara St
Buffalo, NY 142131101
(716) 427-7000
Mailing address
155 Lawn Ave
Buffalo, NY 142071816

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
July 2018 — 8 yrs on file
Profile last updated
January 15, 2024
Year of graduation
2018 — 8 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
152W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Texas #9471T

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1225516503. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
301
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$30,091
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system 147 144 $121
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 63 50 $87
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system 29 29 $144
92134 Imaging of retina 25 25 $39
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing 13 12 $60
92133 Imaging of optic nerve 13 13 $35
92250 Photography of the retina 11 11 $34

In context: peer comparison

Among 7 peers in Buffalo Optometrist, average services per provider: 67. This provider delivers 4.5× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
164
Patients
88
Total drug cost
$18,640
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) Brand 60 45 $1,111
Latanoprost Generic 50 19 $1,022
Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) Brand 16 13 $986
Cyclosporine Generic 14 11 $14,430
Diclofenac Sodium Generic 13 0 $174
Fluorometholone Generic 11 0 $916

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Melina Perez's medical specialty?
Dr. Melina Perez practices Optometrist in Buffalo, NY.
Where does Dr. Melina Perez practice?
Dr. Melina Perez practices at 1569 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 142131101. Office phone: 7164277000.
What is Dr. Melina Perez's NPI?
Dr. Melina Perez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225516503, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melina Perez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melina Perez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melina Perez 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); New patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92004). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.