Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Michael Merck, MD

Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Hutchison, MN

  • NPI 1033199328
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 76.8 / 100 · 2023
  • 40 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1455 Montreal St Se
Hutchison, MN 553500699
(320) 587-6308
fax (866) 203-6862
Mailing address
Po Box 699
Hutchinson, MN 553500699

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
March 16, 2016
Year of graduation
1986 — 40 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Minnesota #33308
Medicaid
MN #279700300

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1033199328. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
521
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$76,835
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system 218 202 $125
92012 Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 54 35 $89
76519 Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power 49 27 $51
66821 Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 44 31 $308
92134 Imaging of retina 43 39 $39
66984 Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 42 27 $512
92133 Imaging of optic nerve 36 32 $36
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system 23 23 $149
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing 12 12 $62

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in Hutchison Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 57. This provider delivers 9.1× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
1,236
Patients
371
Total drug cost
$52,806
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Latanoprost Generic 512 103 $7,684
Brimonidine Tartrate Generic 153 31 $1,781
Prednisolone Acetate Generic 125 82 $5,913
Timolol Maleate Generic 86 24 $1,145
Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) Brand 80 18 $2,797
Ketorolac Tromethamine Generic 57 33 $1,044
Levobunolol Hcl Generic 42 12 $751
Dorzolamide Hcl Generic 40 11 $1,012
Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim (Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprim) Brand 39 36 $334
Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) Brand 30 21 $382

Frequently asked questions

Auto-generated from federal data
What is Dr. Michael Merck's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Merck practices Ophthalmology Physician in Hutchison, MN.
Where does Dr. Michael Merck practice?
Dr. Michael Merck practices at 1455 Montreal St Se, Hutchison, MN 553500699. Office phone: 3205876308.
What is Dr. Michael Merck's NPI?
Dr. Michael Merck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033199328, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Merck accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Merck accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Merck commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012); Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power (HCPCS 76519). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.