Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Merrick, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Tyler, TX
- NPI 1558590976
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 84.7 / 100 · 2023
- 17 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 4 locations .
- Primary practice
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3414 Golden RD
Tyler, TX 757018336
(903) 939-7500 - Additional location
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1123 S Palestine St Ste 100
Athens, TX 757513645 - Additional location
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2211 S Loop 256
Palestine, TX 758014701
(903) 939-7501 - Additional location
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925 W Loop 281
Longview, TX 756042918
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Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 22, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #Q2803
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1558590976. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,612
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$665,713
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 853 | 143 | $60 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 307 | 233 | $37 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 194 | 100 | $242 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 157 | 154 | $122 | |
63048 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment | 100 | 58 | $197 | |
22614 |
Fusion of additional segment of spine | 96 | 49 | $367 | |
72040 |
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | 96 | 77 | $35 | |
63047 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment | 91 | 91 | $650 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 86 | 86 | $158 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 80 | 75 | $85 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 106. This provider delivers 25× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
747
Patients
478
Total drug cost
$7,495
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 181 | 116 | $2,992 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 129 | 75 | $860 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 128 | 53 | $467 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 56 | 50 | $569 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 54 | 41 | $478 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 48 | 32 | $1,005 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 46 | 35 | $193 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 35 | 24 | $391 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 32 | 22 | $325 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 20 | 19 | $26 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Merrick's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Merrick practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Tyler, TX.
Where does Dr. Michael Merrick practice?
Dr. Michael Merrick practices at 3414 Golden RD, Tyler, TX 757018336. Office phone: 9039397500.
What is Dr. Michael Merrick's NPI?
Dr. Michael Merrick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558590976, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Merrick accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Merrick accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Merrick commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72100); Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion (HCPCS 22853). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.