Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kevin Merkley, M.D.
Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease (Ophthalmology) Physician · Galveston, TX
- NPI 1043256811
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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700 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 775551106
(409) 747-5400
fax (409) 747-5402 - Mailing address
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301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 775551106
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 7, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207WX0120X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #N8222
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1043256811. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
154
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$18,887
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 45 | 42 | $98 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 40 | 38 | $96 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 30 | 19 | $62 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 26 | 16 | $66 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 13 | 12 | $544 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Galveston Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician, average services per provider: 30. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$145
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 2 | $144.95 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
212
Patients
97
Total drug cost
$6,707
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 72 | 42 | $2,851 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 39 | 26 | $1,461 |
| Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim (Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 21 | 18 | $186 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 19 | 0 | $93 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 18 | 0 | $280 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 16 | 11 | $642 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $935 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $259 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kevin Merkley's medical specialty?
Dr. Kevin Merkley practices Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician in Galveston, TX.
Where does Dr. Kevin Merkley practice?
Dr. Kevin Merkley practices at 700 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 775551106. Office phone: 4097475400.
What is Dr. Kevin Merkley's NPI?
Dr. Kevin Merkley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043256811, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kevin Merkley accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kevin Merkley accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kevin Merkley commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.