Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Merkel, DPT
Physical Therapist (CMS: Physical Therapist in Private Practice) · Odenton, MD
- NPI 1720624273
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 95.0 / 100 · 2023
- 7 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1360 Blair Dr Unit D
Odenton, MD 211131343
(410) 672-8970 - Mailing address
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1360 Blair Dr, Unit D
Odenton, MD 211131343
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2019 — 7 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 12, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2019 — 7 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 225100000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Maryland #27733
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720624273. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,754
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$72,503
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97140 |
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | 773 | 51 | $22 | |
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 470 | 53 | $25 | |
97112 |
Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes | 412 | 43 | $30 | |
97150 |
Therapy procedure in a group setting | 399 | 42 | $14 | |
97530 |
Therapy procedure using functional activities | 374 | 29 | $37 | |
G0283 |
Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of care | 179 | 16 | $10 | |
97164 |
Re-evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes | 69 | 36 | $74 | |
97162 |
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 30 minutes | 42 | 38 | $103 | |
97535 |
Training for self-care or home management, each 15 minutes | 36 | 29 | $25 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Odenton Physical Therapist, average services per provider: 318. This provider delivers 8.7× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Merkel's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Merkel practices Physical Therapist in Odenton, MD.
Where does Dr. Christopher Merkel practice?
Dr. Christopher Merkel practices at 1360 Blair Dr Unit D, Odenton, MD 211131343. Office phone: 4106728970.
What is Dr. Christopher Merkel's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Merkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720624273, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Merkel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Merkel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Merkel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Therapy procedure using manual technique (HCPCS 97140); Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110); Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function (HCPCS 97112). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.