Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Merritt McLaughlin, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Family Medicine Physician · Internal Medicine Physician · Thomson, GA
- NPI 1962797712
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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315 Fluker Street Family Medicine
Thomson, GA 308247024
(706) 595-1090
fax (706) 595-6010 - Additional location
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123 North Washington Street
Lincolnton, GA 308173081
(706) 359-6070 - Additional location
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2508 University Dr
Thomson, GA 308240040
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 15, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Georgia #80472 · Maryland #D0078453 · South Carolina #LL33533
- Medicaid
- GA #003221449A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1962797712. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
588
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$19,939
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 117 | 79 | $85 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 63 | 32 | $10 | |
82962 |
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument | 62 | 31 | $3 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 50 | 48 | $10 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 48 | 47 | $8 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 46 | 43 | $13 | |
84443 |
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) | 43 | 42 | $16 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 37 | 37 | $53 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 33 | 31 | $8 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 31 | 31 | $122 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Thomson Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 119. This provider delivers 4.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$119
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 3 | $52.50 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $26.44 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $22.96 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $17.49 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,207
Patients
603
Total drug cost
$25,566
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 250 | 72 | $1,943 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 225 | 60 | $2,841 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 207 | 64 | $2,942 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 194 | 54 | $1,984 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 162 | 40 | $2,385 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 160 | 54 | $1,373 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 150 | 29 | $1,268 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 130 | 24 | $1,118 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 119 | 37 | $3,858 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | Generic | 110 | 25 | $1,002 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Merritt McLaughlin's medical specialty?
Dr. Merritt McLaughlin practices Family Medicine Physician in Thomson, GA.
Where does Dr. Merritt McLaughlin practice?
Dr. Merritt McLaughlin practices at 315 Fluker Street Family Medicine, Thomson, GA 308247024. Office phone: 7065951090.
What is Dr. Merritt McLaughlin's NPI?
Dr. Merritt McLaughlin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962797712, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Merritt McLaughlin accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Merritt McLaughlin accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Merritt McLaughlin commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Hemoglobin a1c level (HCPCS 83036); Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument (HCPCS 82962). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.