Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Merz, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Santa Monica, CA
- NPI 1770580102
- Accepts Medicare
- 45 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 280W
Santa Monica, CA 904042172
(310) 829-7678
fax (310) 829-6889 - Mailing address
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2001 Santa Monica Blvd, Ste 280W
Santa Monica, CA 904042102
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 27, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G49684
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770580102. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
499
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$57,131
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 94 | 93 | $222 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 88 | 59 | $141 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 83 | 68 | $16 | |
93356 |
Heart muscle strain imaging | 74 | 73 | $42 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 39 | 31 | $197 | |
87635 |
Amplifed dna or rna probe detection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) antigen | 23 | 23 | $49 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 22 | 22 | $73 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 17 | 17 | $9 | |
93351 |
Ultrasound of heart with continuous electrocardiogram (ecg) during rest, exercise and/or drug induced stress with review and report | 17 | 17 | $261 | |
93880 |
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow | 15 | 15 | $219 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Santa Monica Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 182. This provider delivers 2.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$300
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pfizer INC. | 4 | $62.90 | |
| Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $39.98 | |
| iRhythm Technologies, INC. | 1 | $37.64 | |
| Impulse Dynamics (USA) INC. | 1 | $26.87 | |
| Esperion Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $24.96 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $23.78 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $22.35 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $21.01 | |
| Zoll Services LLC (A/K/A Zoll LifeCor Corp) | 1 | $20.95 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $19.91 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
688
Patients
145
Total drug cost
$84,565
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 98 | 30 | $1,199 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 97 | 26 | $3,069 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 77 | 23 | $1,716 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 52 | 15 | $623 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 47 | 14 | $55,466 |
| Ezetimibe | Generic | 47 | 15 | $2,507 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 43 | 11 | $614 |
| Irbesartan | Generic | 33 | 0 | $950 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 32 | 11 | $733 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 29 | 0 | $220 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Merz's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Merz practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Santa Monica, CA.
Where does Dr. Robert Merz practice?
Dr. Robert Merz practices at 2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 280W, Santa Monica, CA 904042172. Office phone: 3108297678.
What is Dr. Robert Merz's NPI?
Dr. Robert Merz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770580102, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Merz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Merz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Merz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report (HCPCS 93000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.