Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Merlinda Hawkins, DNP
Family Nurse Practitioner · Las Cruces, NM
- NPI 1639839079
- MIPS 72.8 / 100 · 2023
- 5 yrs on file
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2550 Samaritan Dr
Las Cruces, NM 880011170
(575) 386-5778
fax (575) 680-2812
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2021 — 5 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 7, 2023
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Mexico #65837
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1639839079. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
215
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$17,278
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 147 | 96 | $73 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 37 | 31 | $103 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 31 | 31 | $89 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 33 peers in Las Cruces Family Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 102. This provider delivers 2.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$88
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insulet Corporation | 3 | $64.20 | |
| Biogen, INC. | 1 | $23.88 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
207
Patients
47
Total drug cost
$3,040
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 41 | 17 | $838 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 37 | 13 | $131 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 27 | 0 | $247 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 26 | 17 | $389 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 18 | 0 | $182 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 16 | 0 | $160 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $672 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 14 | 0 | $336 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $85 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Merlinda Hawkins's medical specialty?
Dr. Merlinda Hawkins practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Las Cruces, NM.
Where does Dr. Merlinda Hawkins practice?
Dr. Merlinda Hawkins practices at 2550 Samaritan Dr, Las Cruces, NM 880011170. Office phone: 5753865778.
What is Dr. Merlinda Hawkins's NPI?
Dr. Merlinda Hawkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639839079, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Merlinda Hawkins 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); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.