Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Jennifer Merritt, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Little River, SC
- NPI 1710050471
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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90 Cedar Light Ln
Little River, SC 295666978
(843) 280-8779
fax (843) 280-6669 - Mailing address
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4237 River Hills, Suite 100
Little River, SC 29566
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 9, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #23960
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1710050471. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,132
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$559,357
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0585 |
Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit | 1,892 | 14 | $6 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 653 | 651 | $120 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 465 | 360 | $86 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 460 | 456 | $34 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 458 | 283 | $38 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 440 | 256 | $499 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 410 | 388 | $59 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 387 | 385 | $34 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 195 | 195 | $159 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 191 | 189 | $122 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Little River Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 369. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$348
Transactions
15
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 4 | $87.63 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 3 | $66.74 | |
| Biotissue Holdings INC. | 2 | $61.46 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 2 | $43.23 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 2 | $38.44 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $31.46 | |
| Rayner Intraocular Lenses Limited | 1 | $19.41 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,369
Patients
1,186
Total drug cost
$488,990
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 413 | 121 | $7,436 |
| Besivance (Besifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 271 | 203 | $60,545 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 263 | 162 | $9,149 |
| Difluprednate | Generic | 218 | 130 | $28,975 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 201 | 61 | $8,272 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 181 | 49 | $97,452 |
| Prolensa (Bromfenac Sodium) | Brand | 154 | 109 | $54,228 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 151 | 111 | $1,509 |
| Vyzulta (Latanoprostene Bunod) | Brand | 135 | 46 | $58,797 |
| Ilevro (Nepafenac) | Brand | 131 | 103 | $50,135 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Jennifer Merritt's medical specialty?
Dr. Jennifer Merritt practices Ophthalmology Physician in Little River, SC.
Where does Dr. Jennifer Merritt practice?
Dr. Jennifer Merritt practices at 90 Cedar Light Ln, Little River, SC 295666978. Office phone: 8432808779.
What is Dr. Jennifer Merritt's NPI?
Dr. Jennifer Merritt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710050471, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Jennifer Merritt accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Jennifer Merritt accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Jennifer Merritt commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit (HCPCS J0585); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.