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Dr. Christian Merrill, MD
Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1962899849
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
805 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 100
Birmingham, AL 352051638
(205) 939-3699
fax (205) 581-7155
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 31, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XX0005X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #MD.40665
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1962899849. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
478
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$30,855
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 87 | 18 | $0 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 82 | 45 | $133 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 81 | 36 | $24 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 63 | 22 | $18 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 59 | 59 | $175 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 41 | 21 | $24 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 39 | 32 | $95 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 26 | 18 | $72 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Birmingham Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 138. This provider delivers 3.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
226
Patients
151
Total drug cost
$1,891
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 89 | 35 | $272 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 45 | 37 | $403 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 37 | 32 | $371 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 19 | 13 | $37 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 18 | 18 | $547 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 18 | 16 | $260 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christian Merrill's medical specialty?
Dr. Christian Merrill practices Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Christian Merrill practice?
Dr. Christian Merrill practices at 805 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 100, Birmingham, AL 352051638. Office phone: 2059393699.
What is Dr. Christian Merrill's NPI?
Dr. Christian Merrill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962899849, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christian Merrill accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christian Merrill accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christian Merrill commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg (HCPCS J1100); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of knee, 4 or more views (HCPCS 73564). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.