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MELISSA KENDALL, O.D.

Optometrist in WOLF POINT, Montana. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
339
Medicare Part D claims · 60 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
54%
generic claims · 46% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in WOLF POINT, Montana with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 339 claims across 60 beneficiaries — 46% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. filed 339 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across WOLF POINT, Montana. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/21/2015

NPI 1912374299

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

339 32% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Montana

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Montana providers

Montana providers

Optometrist share within Montana

1. Optometrist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Optometrist share within Montana

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Optometrist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Optometrist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Optometrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Optometrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in WOLF POINT, Montana, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1912374299. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 550 6TH AVE N, WOLF POINT, MT, 59201, with a listed phone of (406) 653-5616. NPI 1912374299 was issued on 08/21/2015. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what KENDALL most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 339 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 60 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $26K in drug spend, split 46% brand-name and 54% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Optometrist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 60,463 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 257 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

550 6TH AVE N
WOLF POINT, MT 59201

Provider Details

NPI 1912374299
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Female
NPI Issued 08/21/2015

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. — brand share 46.0%
Specialty average (est.)

46% brand-name claims vs 54% generic, on 339 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

339
Total Claims
$26K
Total Drug Cost
60
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
358
Total Day Supply
9,155
Brand vs Generic
46% brand / 54% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$22K
Generic Drug Cost
$4K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.15
Gender Split
60% female / 40% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Latanoprost
171
Brimonidine Tartrate
36
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
22
Timolol Maleate
20
Restasis
Cyclosporine
17
Combigan
Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol
11
Tobramycin-Dexamethasone
Tobramycin/Dexamethasone
11

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Optometrist Overview

How MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

60,463
Optometrist Providers in US
56
States with Optometrist
257
Avg Claims per Provider

MELISSA KENDALL, O.D.'s 339 claims are above the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in Montana

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Montana, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as KENDALL.

Compare Optometrist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MELISSA KENDALL, O.D.'s specialty?
MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in WOLF POINT, Montana. Credentials: O.D..
How much does MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. wrote 339 Medicare Part D claims totaling $26K in drug costs for 60 beneficiaries.
Where is MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. located?
MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. is located at 550 6TH AVE N, WOLF POINT, MT, 59201. Phone: (406) 653-5616.
What is MELISSA KENDALL, O.D.'s NPI number?
MELISSA KENDALL, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912374299, issued on 08/21/2015.
Does MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MELISSA KENDALL, O.D.'s prescribing is 46% brand-name and 54% generic drugs by claim count, with $22K in brand drug costs.
How many Optometrist providers are there in the US?
There are 60,463 Optometrist providers across 56 states in the US. The average Optometrist provider writes 257 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MELISSA KENDALL, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Brimonidine Tartrate, Dorzolamide-Timolol. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. accept Medicare?
MELISSA KENDALL, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 339 Part D claims and 60 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MELISSA KENDALL, O.D.'s credentials?
MELISSA KENDALL, O.D.'s NPI is 1912374299 with credentials O.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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