DR. MEIR BEREL LEIB MEERKOV M.D.
NPI 1295028173
Surgery - Surgical Critical Care in Lexington, KY

Q: What is Meir Meerkov's NPI number?

The NPI number for Meir Meerkov is 1295028173. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 25, 2011.

Q: What is Meir Meerkov's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Critical Care, with taxonomy code 2086S0102X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Meir Meerkov was last updated on April 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.

Active since May 25, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100/100

CMS Quality Rating

740 S LIMESTONE STE L104, LEXINGTON, KY 40536(859) 257-3253 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 29, 2020, Jun 5, 2019, Mar 7, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Meir Berel Leib Meerkov M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MEIR BEREL LEIB MEERKOV M.D. (NPI 1295028173) is an individual surgical critical care provider in Lexington, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (54105) and active in the NPI registry since May 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Pikeville Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295028173

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2086S0102X

Provider Legal NameDR. MEIR BEREL LEIB MEERKOVCredential: M.D.

Location Address740 S LIMESTONE STE L104Lexington, KY 40536-0284

Mailing Address1600 Sw Archer Rd, Box 100108Gainesville, FL 32610-0108

Phone(859) 257-3253

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011

Enumeration DateMay 25, 2011

Last NPPES UpdateApril 14, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 14, 2025

✔ NPI 1295028173 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical Critical CareAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2086S0102X

Licenses✔ Licensed in KY · 54105✔ Licensed in OH · 35.131853

Definition

A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.

Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License ME137769 (FL)

740 S LIMESTONE STE L104, Lexington, KY 40536

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 12500 Metrohealth DrCleveland, OH 44109 · Phone (216) 778-7800

Location 21600 SW Archer RdGainesville, FL 32610 · Phone (352) 273-5670

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid100966200FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter Health 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

Dr. Meir Berel Leib Meerkov M.d. 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 ID2961717962

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200708001810

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 5

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.

93 services43 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

54 services54 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

39 services16 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

31 services16 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

25 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Pikeville Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Pikeville, KY

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180044

Location911 Bypass RoadPikeville, KY 41501 · Pike County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tug Valley Arh Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · South Williamson, KY

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number180069

Location260 Hospital DriveSouth Williamson, KY 41503 · Pike County

Emergency services

Buchanan General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Grundy, VA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number490127

Location1535 Slate Creek RoadGrundy, VA 24614 · Buchanan County

Emergency services

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.

100/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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