ROBERT EZRA MERRITT MD
NPI 1508051319
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Columbus, OH

Q: What is Robert Merritt's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Merritt is 1508051319. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 14, 2007.

Q: What is Robert Merritt's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Merritt was last updated on October 23, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 21 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 September 14, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

95.31/100

CMS Quality Rating

300 W 10TH AVE FL 2, COLUMBUS, OH 43210(614) 293-9059(614) 293-0201 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 23, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 11, 2021, Apr 26, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Robert Ezra Merritt Md NPPES

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

ROBERT EZRA MERRITT MD (NPI 1508051319) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Columbus, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35122572) and active in the NPI registry since September 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ohio State University State Health System, and is a graduate of Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508051319

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameROBERT EZRA MERRITTCredential: MD

Location Address300 W 10TH AVE FL 2Columbus, OH 43210-1280

Mailing Address700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120Columbus, OH 43202-1559 · (614) 293-9059 · Fax (614) 293-0201

Phone(614) 293-9059

Fax(614) 293-0201

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSJs Weill Medical College, Cornell UniversityGraduated 1998

Enumeration DateSeptember 14, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 23, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedOctober 23, 2024

✔ NPI 1508051319 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

License✔ Licensed in OH · 35122572

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

300 W 10TH AVE FL 2, Columbus, OH 43210

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource, Molina Healthcare.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

Robert Ezra Merritt 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 ID4486714482

PECOS Enrollment IDI20131226001637

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 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.

81 services59 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.

49 services49 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.

18 services18 patients

Removal of lymph nodes of chest cavity using an endoscope 32674

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to access and remove lymph nodes in the chest cavity. It's a minimally invasive method, which can help in diagnosing or treating certain conditions.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ohio State University State Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbus, OH

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number360085

Location410 West 10th AvenueColumbus, OH 43210 · Franklin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 43210 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

$166.65 typical visit price

range $54.34 – $166.65

Typical copayment $41.66 (range $13.58 – $41.66)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$68.07 typical visit price

range $17.10 – $135.40

Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)

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.

95.31/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

76.58

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user

98%234 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

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 2

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

Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4034

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier12 claims360 services$4.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral formula, nutritionally complete with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4150

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

2 suppliers14 claims6,774 services$0.48 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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