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DAVID ROBERT MERKLE P.A.
NPI 1144704800
Physician Assistant - Surgical in Fort Myers, FL

Active since September 19, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
14601 HOPE CENTER LOOP, FORT MYERS, FL 33912(239) 334-7000(239) 334-7070 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 27, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About David Robert Merkle P.a. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DAVID ROBERT MERKLE P.A. (NPI 1144704800) is an individual surgical provider in Fort Myers, Florida, licensed in (PA9111604) and active in the NPI registry since September 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144704800
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363AS0400X
Provider Legal NameDAVID ROBERT MERKLECredential: P.A.
Location Address14601 HOPE CENTER LOOPFort Myers, FL 33912-4707
Mailing Address14601 Hope Center LoopFort Myers, FL 33912-4707 · (239) 334-7000 · Fax (239) 334-7070
Phone(239) 334-7000
Fax(239) 334-7070
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateSeptember 19, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 27, 2025
NPPES CertifiedAugust 27, 2025
✔ NPI 1144704800 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · SurgicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363AS0400X
License✔ Licensed · PA9111604
14601 HOPE CENTER LOOP, Fort Myers, FL 33912
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Other Identifiers 1

OtherPA9111604FL · License Number

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

David Robert Merkle P.a. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6709121262
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190103000293
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
19 services16 patients
Removal of tunneled central venous tube 36589
A tunneled central venous tube removal is a procedure to take out a long, thin tube that was previously placed in a large vein in your body. This tube helps deliver medication or nutrition. The removal is usually quick and done under local anesthesia.
16 services16 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Lee Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Myers, FL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100012
Location2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers, FL 33901 · Lee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Myers, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100220
Location13681 Doctors WayFort Myers, FL 33912 · Lee County
Emergency services

Cape Coral Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cape Coral, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100244
Location636 Del Prado BlvdCape Coral, FL 33990 · Lee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. ANTONIO J FLORES MD
Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)
14601 HOPE CENTER LOOP
FORT MYERS, FL 33912
Lee County (239) 334-7000
SARAH JOHNSON PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
14601 HOPE CENTER LOOP
FORT MYERS, FL 33912
Lee County (239) 334-7000
ARIEL TAYLOR ROZANSKI PT DPT
Physical Therapist
14601 HOPE CENTER LOOP
FORT MYERS, FL 33912
Lee County (239) 334-7000
KYLE D SELLERS
Physical Therapist
14601 HOPE CENTER LOOP
FORT MYERS, FL 33912
Lee County (239) 334-7000
CASSANDRA SLOTA APRN
Nurse Practitioner
14601 HOPE CENTER LOOP
FORT MYERS, FL 33912
Lee County (239) 334-7000
BLANE KELLY JR. MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
14601 HOPE CENTER LOOP
FORT MYERS, FL 33912
Lee County (239) 334-7000
ALINE HYATT P.T.
Physical Therapist
14601 HOPE CENTER LOOP
FORT MYERS, FL 33912
Lee County (239) 334-7000
DR. CAMILO ENRIQUE GUZMAN MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
14601 HOPE CENTER LOOP
FORT MYERS, FL 33912
Lee County (239) 334-7000

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is David Merkle's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Merkle is 1144704800. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 19, 2018.

Where is David Merkle located?

David Merkle practices at 14601 Hope Center Loop, Fort Myers, FL 33912. The listed phone number is (239) 334-7000.

What is David Merkle's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Surgical, with taxonomy code 363AS0400X.

Is David Merkle enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Merkle is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does David Merkle accept?

Health plans from UnitedHealthcare list David Merkle as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is David Merkle affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Merkle is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital, Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health and Cape Coral Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Merkle was last updated on August 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.