Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Merrell Ponder, DPT
Physical Therapist (CMS: Physical Therapist in Private Practice) · Haleyville, AL
- NPI 1598095432
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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42024 Highway 195
Haleyville, AL 355657054
(205) 485-7150 - Mailing address
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210 Butler St
Columbiana, AL 350519353
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 225100000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #PTH5598
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1598095432. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,338
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$82,305
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97530 |
Therapy procedure using functional activities | 1,377 | 71 | $28 | |
97112 |
Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes | 924 | 71 | $23 | |
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 364 | 61 | $20 | |
97150 |
Therapy procedure in a group setting | 337 | 62 | $13 | |
97116 |
Therapy procedure for walking training, each 15 minutes | 168 | 39 | $21 | |
97140 |
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | 113 | 27 | $19 | |
97161 |
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes | 55 | 49 | $94 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 493. This provider delivers 6.8× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Merrell Ponder's medical specialty?
Dr. Merrell Ponder practices Physical Therapist in Haleyville, AL.
Where does Dr. Merrell Ponder practice?
Dr. Merrell Ponder practices at 42024 Highway 195, Haleyville, AL 355657054. Office phone: 2054857150.
What is Dr. Merrell Ponder's NPI?
Dr. Merrell Ponder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598095432, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Merrell Ponder accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Merrell Ponder accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Merrell Ponder commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Therapy procedure using functional activities (HCPCS 97530); Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function (HCPCS 97112); Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.