DR. MARITZA PEREZ MERCED M.D.
NPI 1437109477
Internal Medicine in Tampa, FL

Active since May 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4620 N 22ND ST, TAMPA, FL 33610(813) 272-6240(813) 866-0929 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 15, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Maritza Perez Merced M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MARITZA PEREZ MERCED M.D. (NPI 1437109477) is an individual internal medicine provider in Tampa, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME81640) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437109477
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MARITZA PEREZ MERCEDCredential: M.D.
Location Address4620 N 22ND STTampa, FL 33610-6205
Mailing AddressPo Box 82969Tampa, FL 33682-2969 · (813) 866-0930 · Fax (813) 866-0929
Fax(813) 866-0929
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateMay 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 15, 2020
NPI 1437109477 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in FL · ME81640
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.
4620 N 22ND ST, Tampa, FL 33610

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid264162300FL

Accepted 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. Maritza Perez Merced 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 ID1355538208
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101206000230
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.

Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
45 services21 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
20 services16 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
13 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33610 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.

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
56%551 patients3/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
12%260 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
68%1,290 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
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

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
3 suppliers13 claims19 services$6.59 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 20

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

Clinic/Center (Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC))
4620 N 22ND ST
TAMPA, FL 33610
Dental Hygienist
4620 N 22ND ST
TAMPA, FL 33610
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
4620 N 22ND ST
TAMPA, FL 33610
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
4620 N 22ND ST
TAMPA, FL 33610
Family Medicine
4620 N 22ND ST
TAMPA, FL 33610
Physician Assistant
4620 N 22ND ST
TAMPA, FL 33610
Pharmacist
4620 N 22ND ST
TAMPA, FL 33610
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4620 N 22ND ST
TAMPA, FL 33610

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 Maritza Perez Merced's NPI number?

The NPI number for Maritza Perez Merced is 1437109477. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2006.

Where is Maritza Perez Merced located?

Maritza Perez Merced practices at 4620 N 22nd St, Tampa, FL 33610. The listed phone number is (813) 272-6240.

What is Maritza Perez Merced's specialty?

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

Is Maritza Perez Merced enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Maritza Perez Merced 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 Maritza Perez Merced accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and Molina Healthcare and 3 other insurers list Maritza Perez Merced 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Maritza Perez Merced was last updated on January 15, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.