Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lauren Merkle, PA-C
Physician Assistant · Buffalo, NY
- NPI 1437870011
- Accepts Medicare
- 4 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1001 Main St Fl 4
Buffalo, NY 142031009
(716) 550-8361
fax (716) 323-0585 - Mailing address
-
77 Goodell St Ste 240
Buffalo, NY 142031243
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2022 — 4 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2022 — 4 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #028905
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437870011. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
84
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$7,018
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 57 | 47 | $74 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 15 | 14 | $104 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 12 | 12 | $105 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 128 peers in Buffalo Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 61. This provider delivers 1.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$27
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $27.44 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
286
Patients
42
Total drug cost
$5,832
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 45 | 12 | $240 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 28 | 0 | $214 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 25 | 17 | $362 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 21 | 0 | $576 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $730 |
| Colchicine | Generic | 19 | 0 | $1,341 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | Generic | 18 | 0 | $328 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 18 | 0 | $297 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 17 | 0 | $260 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 13 | 13 | $113 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lauren Merkle's medical specialty?
Dr. Lauren Merkle practices Physician Assistant in Buffalo, NY.
Where does Dr. Lauren Merkle practice?
Dr. Lauren Merkle practices at 1001 Main St Fl 4, Buffalo, NY 142031009. Office phone: 7165508361.
What is Dr. Lauren Merkle's NPI?
Dr. Lauren Merkle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437870011, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lauren Merkle accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lauren Merkle accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lauren Merkle 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); Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit (HCPCS G0439). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.