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Melanie J. Cowfer, CRNA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Altoona, PA · enumerated 2006.

Data current as of Jul 13, 2026 · sourced from CMS NPPES

National Provider Identifier

1699730432

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Registry record

Entity type Individual (Type 1)
Name Melanie J. Cowfer
Credential CRNA
Sex Female
Practice address 620 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA, 16601
Enumeration date Apr 17, 2006
Last updated in NPPES Mar 19, 2009

Taxonomy & licenses

367500000X Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers · License RN513927L (PA) Primary
CRNA · Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist: An advanced practice nurse specializing in anesthesia care. About the CRNA credential

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Frequently asked questions

What is the NPI number for Melanie Cowfer?
The National Provider Identifier (NPI) for Melanie Cowfer is 1699730432, a Type 1 (individual) record in the CMS NPPES registry.
Where does Melanie Cowfer practice?
The practice location on file with NPPES is in Altoona, PA. Providers can have multiple locations; NPPES lists the primary practice address.

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Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-13. Provider record last updated 2009-03-19.