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RONALD MERINO MD
NPI 1386957587
Internal Medicine in Tampa, FL

Active since July 16, 2010PECOS Enrolled
95.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
3675 W WATERS AVE, TAMPA, FL 33614(813) 915-2000(813) 930-6360 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 5, 2026, Sep 15, 2025, May 6, 2025 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2018).

About Ronald Merino Md NPPES

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

RONALD MERINO MD (NPI 1386957587) is an individual internal medicine provider in Tampa, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME163498) and active in the NPI registry since July 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386957587
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameRONALD MERINOCredential: MD
Location Address3675 W WATERS AVETampa, FL 33614-2783
Mailing Address3675 W Waters AveTampa, FL 33614-2783 · (813) 915-2000 · Fax (813) 930-6360
Phone(813) 915-2000
Fax(813) 930-6360
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJuly 16, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 5, 20267 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 5, 2026
✔ NPI 1386957587 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME163498✔ Licensed in NY · 266766
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
3675 W WATERS AVE, Tampa, FL 33614
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.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

Ronald Merino 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 ID9931383627
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240405001171
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 4

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
72 services55 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.
59 services51 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
21 services21 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Morton Plant Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Clearwater, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100127
Location300 Pinellas StClearwater, FL 33756 · Pinellas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33614 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.16 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

95.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality70.62
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers27 claims51 services$6.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
7 suppliers12 claims19 services$1.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

HEALTHPOINT MEDICAL GROUP INC
Pediatrics
3675 W WATERS AVE
TAMPA, FL 33614
Hillsborough County (813) 931-1679
BARBARA PIERRE-LOUIS ARNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3675 W WATERS AVE
TAMPA, FL 33614
Hillsborough County (813) 915-2000
OPTUMCARE FLORIDA, LLC
Non-Pharmacy Dispensing Site
3675 W WATERS AVE
TAMPA, FL 33614
Hillsborough County (813) 915-2000
DR. MILDRED E. PAZMINO-VERA M.D.
Family Medicine
3675 W WATERS AVE
TAMPA, FL 33614
Hillsborough County (813) 915-2000
FRANCISCO TOMAS FERNANDEZ RODRIGUEZ M.D.
Internal Medicine
3675 W WATERS AVE
TAMPA, FL 33614
Hillsborough County (813) 915-2000

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 Ronald Merino's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ronald Merino is 1386957587. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 16, 2010.

Where is Ronald Merino located?

Ronald Merino practices at 3675 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33614. The listed phone number is (813) 915-2000.

What is Ronald Merino's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Ronald Merino enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ronald Merino 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 Ronald Merino accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and 1 other insurer list Ronald Merino 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 Ronald Merino affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ronald Merino is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ronald Merino was last updated on August 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 days 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.