Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Merkl, M.D.
Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1497723142
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs on file
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5177 Richmond Ave Ste 250
Houston, TX 770566718
(713) 665-0472
fax (888) 240-1649
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 3, 2025
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084B0040X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #H6431
- Medicaid
- TX #123357903
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497723142. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,336
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$132,181
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 461 | 181 | $71 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 223 | 221 | $173 | |
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 198 | 124 | $102 | |
99347 |
Residence visit for established patient with straightforward medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 166 | 79 | $43 | |
99348 |
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 92 | 60 | $72 | |
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 74 | 57 | $121 | |
99344 |
Residence visit for new patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes | 59 | 59 | $136 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 41 | 36 | $147 | |
99350 |
Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes | 22 | 16 | $174 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 120. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,404
Patients
240
Total drug cost
$28,816
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 444 | 86 | $11,657 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 301 | 79 | $5,245 |
| Risperidone | Generic | 112 | 17 | $2,509 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 81 | 11 | $1,102 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 75 | 14 | $1,182 |
| Venlafaxine Hcl Er (Venlafaxine Hcl) | Brand | 71 | 0 | $2,061 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 67 | 18 | $1,009 |
| Citalopram Hbr (Citalopram Hydrobromide) | Brand | 45 | 0 | $518 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 41 | 0 | $731 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 40 | 15 | $376 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Merkl's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Merkl practices Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Christopher Merkl practice?
Dr. Christopher Merkl practices at 5177 Richmond Ave Ste 250, Houston, TX 770566718. Office phone: 7136650472.
What is Dr. Christopher Merkl's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Merkl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497723142, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Merkl commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99308); Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99306); Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.