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DR. BARBARA J. MERLO D.D.S.
NPI 1598715724
Dentist - Pediatric Dentistry in Munster, IN

Q: What is Barbara Merlo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Barbara Merlo is 1598715724. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2006.

Q: What is Barbara Merlo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dentist, specializing in Pediatric Dentistry, with taxonomy code 1223P0221X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Barbara Merlo was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 50 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.

Active since May 10, 2006PECOS Enrolled

9301 CALUMET AVE, SUITE 1-A, MUNSTER, IN 46321(219) 836-9779(219) 836-0311 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

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About Dr. Barbara J. Merlo D.d.s. NPPES

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

DR. BARBARA J. MERLO D.D.S. (NPI 1598715724) is an individual pediatric dentistry provider in Munster, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (12008596) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598715724

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy1223P0221X

Provider Legal NameDR. BARBARA J. MERLOCredential: D.D.S.

Location Address9301 CALUMET AVE, SUITE 1-AMunster, IN 46321-2809

Mailing Address9301 Calumet Ave, Suite 1-aMunster, IN 46321-2809 · (219) 836-9779 · Fax (219) 836-0311

Phone(219) 836-9779

Fax(219) 836-0311

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateMay 10, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026

✔ NPI 1598715724 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDentist · Pediatric DentistryDental Providers

Taxonomy Code1223P0221X

License✔ Licensed in IN · 12008596

Definition

An age-defined specialty that provides both primary and comprehensive preventive and therapeutic oral health care for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health care needs.

9301 CALUMET AVE, Munster, IN 46321

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Delta Dental of Indiana.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 (PECOS)

Dr. Barbara J. Merlo D.d.s. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46321 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

$82.04 typical visit price

range $53.07 – $161.76

Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$66.48 typical visit price

range $16.93 – $132.22

Typical copayment $16.62 (range $4.23 – $33.05)

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

DR. ANTHONY HIRSCHENBERGER D.D.S.

Dentist (General Practice)

9301 CALUMET AVE, SUITE 2A
MUNSTER, IN 46321

Lake County (219) 836-8316

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 Barbara Merlo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Barbara Merlo is 1598715724. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2006.

Where is Barbara Merlo located?

Barbara Merlo practices at 9301 Calumet Ave Suite 1-A, Munster, IN 46321. The listed phone number is (219) 836-9779.

What is Barbara Merlo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dentist, specializing in Pediatric Dentistry, with taxonomy code 1223P0221X.

Is Barbara Merlo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Barbara Merlo is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Barbara Merlo accept?

Health plans from Delta Dental of Indiana list Barbara Merlo 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 Barbara Merlo was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 50 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.