Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Scott Merlo, PA
Physician Assistant · Surgical Physician Assistant · Santa Cruz, CA
- NPI 1952479644
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2907 Chanticleer Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 458-6295 - Mailing address
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2350 W El Camino Real, 2Nd Floor
Mountain View, CA 940406201
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 28, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #PA13027
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952479644. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,684
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$114,543
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7325 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 1,248 | 19 | $9 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 397 | 203 | $8 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 359 | 222 | $71 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 185 | 167 | $119 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 182 | 139 | $85 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 89 | 89 | $103 | |
J7324 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, orthovisc, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 66 | 16 | $128 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 45 | 42 | $167 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 39 | 39 | $155 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 16 | 13 | $38 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 21 peers in this city , average services per provider: 112. This provider delivers 24× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
81
Patients
43
Total drug cost
$2,350
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | Generic | 25 | 20 | $504 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 15 | 12 | $82 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 14 | 0 | $208 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 11 | $112 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 13 | 0 | $1,443 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Scott Merlo's medical specialty?
Dr. Scott Merlo practices Physician Assistant in Santa Cruz, CA.
Where does Dr. Scott Merlo practice?
Dr. Scott Merlo practices at 2907 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95065. Office phone: 8314586295.
What is Dr. Scott Merlo's NPI?
Dr. Scott Merlo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952479644, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Scott Merlo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Scott Merlo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Scott Merlo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7325); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg (HCPCS J1030); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.