Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Thomas Merle, MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Thoracic Surgery) · Kettering, OH
- NPI 1730187469
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.9 / 100 · 2023
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3533 Southern Blvd, Ste 5650
Kettering, OH 454291264
(937) 294-3611
fax (937) 294-9010
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 1, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Ohio #35055260
- Medicaid
- OH #0680213
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1730187469. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
155
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$58,702
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
33361 |
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery | 23 | 23 | $736 | |
76998 |
Ultrasonic guidance during surgery | 22 | 22 | $60 | |
33533 |
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft | 18 | 18 | $1,676 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 15 | 15 | $81 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 15 | 15 | $127 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 14 | 14 | $102 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 14 | 14 | $161 | |
33508 |
Harvest of vein using an endoscope | 12 | 12 | $16 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 11 | 11 | $130 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 11 | 11 | $169 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Kettering Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 47. This provider delivers 3.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$153
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVRx, INC. | 1 | $124.30 | |
| Baxter Healthcare | 1 | $15.92 | |
| Atricure, INC. | 1 | $13.20 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Thomas Merle's medical specialty?
Dr. Thomas Merle practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Kettering, OH.
Where does Dr. Thomas Merle practice?
Dr. Thomas Merle practices at 3533 Southern Blvd, Kettering, OH 454291264. Office phone: 9372943611.
What is Dr. Thomas Merle's NPI?
Dr. Thomas Merle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730187469, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Thomas Merle accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Merle accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Thomas Merle commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery (HCPCS 33361); Ultrasonic guidance during surgery (HCPCS 76998); Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft (HCPCS 33533). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.