Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Merritt, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Rome, GA
- NPI 1649332420
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 96.6 / 100 · 2023
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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7 John Maddox Dr Nw
Rome, GA 301651413
(706) 368-8500
fax (706) 307-4613 - Mailing address
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Po Box 12938, C/O Clinic Management
Calhoun, GA 30703
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 28, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #053270
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649332420. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,059
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$272,778
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 451 | 422 | $85 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 427 | 346 | $120 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 408 | 373 | $13 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 386 | 385 | $65 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 293 | 230 | $8 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 171 | 153 | $12 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 168 | 107 | $75 | |
85610 |
Blood test, clotting time | 166 | 29 | $4 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 117 | 98 | $8 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 116 | 89 | $48 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 117. This provider delivers 35× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,159
Transactions
58
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 17 | $395.62 | |
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 18 | $329.21 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 12 | $238.93 | |
| CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC. | 2 | $46.50 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 3 | $42.87 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc | 2 | $31.98 | |
| ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp) | 1 | $19.19 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 1 | $19.03 | |
| Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $18.31 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $17.26 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
5,355
Patients
1,637
Total drug cost
$962,508
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 593 | 168 | $8,486 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 570 | 163 | $7,305 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 546 | 135 | $595,815 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 529 | 157 | $7,859 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 448 | 158 | $3,566 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 424 | 133 | $4,257 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 391 | 149 | $2,069 |
| Isosorbide Mononitrate Er (Isosorbide Mononitrate) | Brand | 353 | 104 | $8,225 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 317 | 97 | $2,269 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 269 | 81 | $2,125 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Merritt's medical specialty?
Dr. James Merritt practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Rome, GA.
Where does Dr. James Merritt practice?
Dr. James Merritt practices at 7 John Maddox Dr Nw, Rome, GA 301651413. Office phone: 7063688500.
What is Dr. James Merritt's NPI?
Dr. James Merritt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649332420, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Merritt accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Merritt accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Merritt commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); 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.