Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paul Merkle
Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Los Angeles, CA
- NPI 1962549717
- Accepts Medicare
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1200 N State St
Los Angeles, CA 900331029
(323) 226-2170
fax (323) 226-5760
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XP3100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G73100
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1962549717. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
18
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$21,054
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
27245 |
Treatment of broken neck of thigh bone with bone implant | 18 | 18 | $1,170 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Los Angeles Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 18. This provider delivers 1.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$71
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $45.34 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $25.61 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paul Merkle's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Merkle practices Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Los Angeles, CA.
Where does Dr. Paul Merkle practice?
Dr. Paul Merkle practices at 1200 N State St, Los Angeles, CA 900331029. Office phone: 3232262170.
What is Dr. Paul Merkle's NPI?
Dr. Paul Merkle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962549717, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Merkle accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Merkle accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Merkle commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Treatment of broken neck of thigh bone with bone implant (HCPCS 27245). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.