Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ann Merkel, PA-C
Surgical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Surgical Physician Assistant · Bethlehem, PA
- NPI 1407815806
- Accepts Medicare
- 22 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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2775 Schoenersville RD
Bethlehem, PA 180177307
(610) 402-8900
fax (610) 402-5656 - Additional location
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3100 Emrick Blvd
Bethlehem, PA 180208061
(610) 861-8080 - Mailing address
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1605 N Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 411
Allentown, PA 181042323
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 5, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AS0400X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Pennsylvania #MA051870 · New Jersey #25MPOO136700
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1407815806. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
397
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$23,192
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 216 | 18 | $1 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 57 | 57 | $167 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 44 | 37 | $60 | |
27130 |
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis | 26 | 26 | $165 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 26 | 26 | $75 | |
J7323 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, euflexxa, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 17 | 11 | $125 | |
27487 |
Revision of thigh and lower leg bone components of total knee joint prosthesis | 11 | 11 | $220 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Bethlehem Surgical Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 39. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$92
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 2 | $91.72 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
898
Patients
635
Total drug cost
$25,764
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 355 | 180 | $2,319 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 157 | 123 | $3,699 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 148 | 146 | $1,188 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 76 | 62 | $159 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 55 | 31 | $193 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 31 | 31 | $17,804 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 28 | 26 | $135 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 28 | 19 | $123 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 20 | 17 | $144 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ann Merkel's medical specialty?
Dr. Ann Merkel practices Surgical Physician Assistant in Bethlehem, PA.
Where does Dr. Ann Merkel practice?
Dr. Ann Merkel practices at 2775 Schoenersville RD, Bethlehem, PA 180177307. Office phone: 6104028900.
What is Dr. Ann Merkel's NPI?
Dr. Ann Merkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407815806, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ann Merkel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ann Merkel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ann Merkel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee (HCPCS 27447); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.