JAMES O MERRITT IV MD
NPI 1245296862
Orthopaedic Surgery in Myrtle Beach, SC

Q: What is James Merritt's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Merritt is 1245296862. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 22, 2006.

Q: What is James Merritt's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Merritt was last updated on July 20, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years 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.

Active since April 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

85.54/100

CMS Quality Rating

210 VILLAGE CENTER BLVD, SUITE 200, MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579(843) 236-3222(843) 236-3005 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 20, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About James O Merritt Iv Md NPPES

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

JAMES O MERRITT IV MD (NPI 1245296862) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (23139) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Conway Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245296862

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207X00000X

Provider Legal NameJAMES O MERRITT IVCredential: MD

Location Address210 VILLAGE CENTER BLVD, SUITE 200Myrtle Beach, SC 29579-6683

Mailing Address210 Village Center Blvd Ste 140Myrtle Beach, SC 29579-6706 · (843) 353-3460 · Fax (843) 353-3461

Phone(843) 236-3222

Fax(843) 236-3005

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 2005

Enumeration DateApril 22, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 20, 2022

NPPES CertifiedJuly 20, 2022

✔ NPI 1245296862 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207X00000X

License✔ Licensed in SC · 23139

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

210 VILLAGE CENTER BLVD, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid231396SC

Medicaid8906203NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next, Molina Healthcare and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

James O Merritt Iv Md 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 ID8325089980

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050513000608

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 21

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.

Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702

This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.

3,465 services516 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.

1,050 services621 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

844 services554 patients

X-ray of knee, 4 or more views 73564

An X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.

656 services384 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

474 services401 patients

X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502

An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.

430 services274 patients

X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030

An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.

194 services154 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

172 services172 patients

Hyaluronan or derivative, gel-one, for intra-articular injection, per dose J7326

Hyaluronan or Gel-One is a substance injected directly into your joint space. It's aimed to supplement your body's natural joint fluid, helping to lubricate and cushion the joint, reducing pain and improving mobility. It's often used for arthritis relief.

113 services69 patients

Mri scan of leg joint without contrast 73721

An MRI scan of your leg joint is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your leg. This helps doctors diagnose or monitor conditions without using contrast dye.

73 services71 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.

58 services58 patients

Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee 27447

A bilateral knee joint replacement is a procedure where the damaged parts of both your knee joints are replaced with artificial parts. It aims to relieve pain and improve mobility. The process involves a surgical operation under anesthesia.

52 services50 patients

X-ray for bone length assessment 77073

An X-ray for bone length assessment is a simple, non-invasive imaging test. It helps to evaluate the length of your bones and identify any discrepancies or abnormalities. This procedure is quick, painless, and provides valuable information for your healthcare provider.

50 services45 patients

Mri scan of arm joint without contrast 73221

An MRI scan of the arm joint is a non-invasive imaging procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your arm joint. No contrast dye is used in this process. It helps to diagnose or monitor conditions like arthritis, injuries, or infections.

48 services43 patients

Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis 27130

This procedure, known as hip arthroplasty, involves replacing your damaged thigh bone and hip joint with artificial parts, called a prosthesis. It helps relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.

45 services44 patients

X-ray of both hips, 2 views 73521

An X-ray of both hips, 2 views, is an imaging test that uses a small amount of radiation to create detailed pictures of your hip joints. This procedure helps to detect fractures, infections, or other abnormalities in the hip area. Two different angles will be captured for a comprehensive assessment.

33 services33 patients

X-ray of knee, 1-2 views 73560

An X-ray of the knee with 1-2 views is a quick, painless test that produces images of the knee bones. It helps identify fractures, infections, or changes in the knee joint. During the procedure, you'll be asked to stay still while the X-ray machine captures the images.

30 services16 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

23 services23 patients

X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views 73610

An ankle X-ray is a quick, painless imaging test. It involves capturing at least three different images or 'views' of your ankle using small amounts of radiation. These images help identify any abnormalities or injuries, such as fractures or arthritis.

21 services12 patients

X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562

An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.

20 services18 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

19 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Conway Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Conway, SC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420049

Location300 Singleton Ridge RoadConway, SC 29526 · Horry County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Grand Strand Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Myrtle Beach, SC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number420085

Location809 82nd ParkwayMyrtle Beach, SC 29572 · Horry County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Murrells Inlet, SC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420098

Location4070 Hwy 17Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 · Horry County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mcleod Loris Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Loris, SC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420105

Location3655 Mitchell StreetLoris, SC 29569 · Horry County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29579 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$83.18 typical visit price

range $53.57 – $163.84

Typical copayment $20.79 (range $13.39 – $40.96)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$67.12 typical visit price

range $16.96 – $133.52

Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

85.54/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

80.16

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

73.33

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing

99%610 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

89%809 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Risk-standardized complication rate (RSCR) following elective primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) and/or total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS)

Lower rates are better for this measure.

0.04%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Neuromuscular stimulator, electronic shock unit E0745

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier11 claims11 services$53.68 avg. paid by Medicare

Shoulder orthosis, acromio/clavicular (canvas and webbing type), prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3670

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

2 suppliers20 claims20 services$93.52 avg. paid by Medicare

Walking boot, pneumatic and/or vacuum, with or without joints, with or without interface material, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L4361

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF003N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$228.21 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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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.

CEDRIC MICHAEL ROGERS PTA

Physical Therapy Assistant

210 VILLAGE CENTER BLVD
MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579

Horry County (843) 353-3460

DAVID G EVERMAN MD

Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)

210 VILLAGE CENTER BLVD, SUITE 200
MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579

Horry County (843) 236-3222

STEVEN M CALLIHAN MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

210 VILLAGE CENTER BLVD, SUITE 200
MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579

Horry County (843) 236-3222

LAUREN TOTH PT

Physical Therapist

210 VILLAGE CENTER BLVD, STE 100
MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579

Horry County (843) 491-4937

MISS JANELLE MORGAN PA

Physician Assistant

210 VILLAGE CENTER BLVD, SUITE 200
MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579

Horry County (843) 236-3222

JOSEPH CARRADO

Physical Therapist

210 VILLAGE CENTER BLVD
MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579

Horry County (843) 353-3460

DR. RYAN RICHARDSON SMITH D.M.D

Dentist (Pediatric Dentistry)

210 VILLAGE CENTER BLVD, SUITE 130
MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579

Horry County (843) 236-7500

DR. JUSTIN GERARD BROTHERS M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgery (Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery)

210 VILLAGE CENTER BLVD, SUITE 200
MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579

Horry County (843) 236-3222

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 James Merritt's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Merritt is 1245296862. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 22, 2006.

Where is James Merritt located?

James Merritt practices at 210 Village Center Blvd Suite 200, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579. The listed phone number is (843) 236-3222.

What is James Merritt's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is James Merritt enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Merritt 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 James Merritt accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next, Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare list James Merritt 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 James Merritt affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Merritt is affiliated with Conway Medical Center, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital and Mcleod Loris Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Merritt was last updated on July 20, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years 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.