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Dr. Joseph Merola, M.D., M.M.Sc.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Dermatology Physician · Rheumatology Physician · Rheumatology Physician · Dallas, TX
- NPI 1881807469
- Accepts Medicare
- 21 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
5939 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, TX 752356246
(214) 645-2400
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 22, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #U7242 · Massachusetts #239148
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1881807469. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
777
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$48,520
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 260 | 189 | $104 | |
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 243 | 68 | $2 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 96 | 84 | $59 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 46 | 32 | $104 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 36 | 34 | $70 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 36 | 23 | $153 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 33 | 32 | $27 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 15 | 14 | $76 | |
11104 |
Punch biopsy, first skin growth | 12 | 11 | $44 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 51 peers in Dallas Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 218. This provider delivers 3.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$141,547
Transactions
213
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 43 | $26,446.43 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 19 | $24,097.02 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 11 | $15,867.02 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 12 | $13,288.20 | |
| Eli Lilly and Company | 7 | $13,172.63 | |
| Biogen, INC. | 4 | $10,565.00 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 9 | $8,704.22 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH | 37 | $7,184.18 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 21 | $5,257.84 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 22 | $4,962.28 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 12 | $4,282.63 | |
| Amgen INC. | 4 | $2,817.27 | |
| Janssen Global Services, LLC | 10 | $2,723.26 | |
| Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC | 1 | $637.50 | |
| AstraZeneca Uk Limited | 1 | $537.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
697
Patients
124
Total drug cost
$2,641,537
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 131 | 35 | $5,836 |
| Cosentyx Sensoready (2 Pens) (Secukinumab) | Brand | 65 | 0 | $561,730 |
| Taltz Autoinjector (Ixekizumab) | Brand | 59 | 0 | $416,914 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 51 | 28 | $3,889 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 51 | 16 | $411 |
| Dupixent Syringe (Dupilumab) | Brand | 49 | 0 | $221,703 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 47 | 0 | $521,843 |
| Xeljanz Xr (Tofacitinib Citrate) | Brand | 43 | 0 | $288,842 |
| Dupixent Pen (Dupilumab) | Brand | 38 | 0 | $137,425 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 37 | 12 | $3,251 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Merola's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Merola practices Dermatology Physician in Dallas, TX.
Where does Dr. Joseph Merola practice?
Dr. Joseph Merola practices at 5939 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 752356246. Office phone: 2146452400.
What is Dr. Joseph Merola's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Merola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881807469, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Merola accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Merola accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Merola commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.