Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Merkin, MD
Neurology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Edison, NJ
- NPI 1669548079
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.8 / 100 · 2023
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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34 36 Progress St, Suite B3
Edison, NJ 08820
(908) 757-6633
fax (908) 757-3912
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Jersey #MA04885700
- Medicaid
- NJ #2013908
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669548079. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
585
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$85,874
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 377 | 209 | $140 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 78 | 78 | $239 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 68 | 66 | $100 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 36 | 29 | $74 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 26 | 25 | $197 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in this city , average services per provider: 50. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,567
Transactions
105
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 29 | $333.23 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 19 | $231.48 | |
| Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. | 14 | $153.17 | |
| Biogen, Inc. | 5 | $136.81 | |
| MDD US Operations, LLC | 8 | $128.59 | |
| Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC | 6 | $98.06 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 4 | $76.38 | |
| Lundbeck LLC | 4 | $67.40 | |
| Eisai Inc. | 4 | $66.23 | |
| ARGENX US, INC. | 2 | $37.49 | |
| Genentech USA, Inc. | 2 | $35.55 | |
| Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. | 2 | $32.89 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 2 | $32.54 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $32.00 | |
| ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc | 2 | $30.55 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
787
Patients
203
Total drug cost
$81,385
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 165 | 42 | $2,928 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 134 | 51 | $3,785 |
| Levetiracetam | Generic | 109 | 30 | $4,545 |
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 51 | 20 | $2,256 |
| Memantine Hcl Er (Memantine Hcl) | Brand | 43 | 14 | $6,069 |
| Carbidopa-Levodopa (Carbidopa/Levodopa) | Brand | 42 | 11 | $1,394 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 39 | 12 | $1,273 |
| Briviact (Brivaracetam) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $45,871 |
| Primidone | Generic | 28 | 0 | $1,631 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 26 | 0 | $481 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Merkin's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Merkin practices Neurology Physician in Edison, NJ.
Where does Dr. Michael Merkin practice?
Dr. Michael Merkin practices at 34 36 Progress St, Edison, NJ 08820. Office phone: 9087576633.
What is Dr. Michael Merkin's NPI?
Dr. Michael Merkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669548079, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Merkin accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Merkin accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Merkin commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.