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Dr. Douglas Merkel, MD
Medical Oncology Physician (CMS: Medical Oncology) · Evanston, IL
- NPI 1235156811
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 90.4 / 100 · 2023
- 45 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2650 Ridge Ave, Kellogg Cancer Center
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 570-2112
fax (847) 570-1041
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 6, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RX0202X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #036065572
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235156811. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,798
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$129,773
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,245 | 558 | $70 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 204 | 64 | $103 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 199 | 182 | $38 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 64 | 64 | $70 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 38 | 38 | $142 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 21 | 21 | $38 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 14 | 14 | $103 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 13 | 12 | $152 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Evanston Medical Oncology Physician, average services per provider: 115. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,694
Patients
462
Total drug cost
$1,067,945
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | Generic | 711 | 181 | $20,092 |
| Letrozole | Generic | 462 | 132 | $12,861 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | Generic | 134 | 35 | $5,447 |
| Ibrance (Palbociclib) | Brand | 59 | 0 | $1,007,502 |
| Exemestane | Generic | 57 | 19 | $16,292 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 34 | 0 | $306 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 33 | 20 | $533 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | Generic | 32 | 24 | $498 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 31 | 19 | $582 |
| Raloxifene Hcl | Generic | 26 | 0 | $2,536 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Douglas Merkel's medical specialty?
Dr. Douglas Merkel practices Medical Oncology Physician in Evanston, IL.
Where does Dr. Douglas Merkel practice?
Dr. Douglas Merkel practices at 2650 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60201. Office phone: 8475702112.
What is Dr. Douglas Merkel's NPI?
Dr. Douglas Merkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235156811, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Douglas Merkel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Douglas Merkel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Douglas Merkel 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); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.