ALEXANDER MERKLE
NPI 1669603312
Physician Assistant in Charlotte, NC

Q: What is Alexander Merkle's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Merkle is 1669603312. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 29, 2009.

Q: What is Alexander Merkle's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexander Merkle was last updated on January 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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 July 29, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1000 BLYTHE BLVD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28203(704) 355-2000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 4, 2026, Sep 26, 2024, Dec 31, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Alexander Merkle NPPES

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

ALEXANDER MERKLE (NPI 1669603312) is an individual physician assistant in Charlotte, North Carolina and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health, and maintains a secondary practice location in Kalispell.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669603312

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy363A00000X

Provider Legal NameALEXANDER MERKLE

Location Address1000 BLYTHE BLVDCharlotte, NC 28203

Mailing Address1887 Whitney Mesa Dr # 1711Henderson, NV 89014-2069

Phone(704) 355-2000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateJuly 29, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 4, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 4, 2026

✔ NPI 1669603312 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363A00000X

Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

1000 BLYTHE BLVD, Charlotte, NC 28203

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11333 Surgical Services WayKalispell, MT 59901-4844 · Phone (406) 751-5392 · Fax (406) 751-5406

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee 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

Alexander Merkle 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 ID2365598075

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230112001475, I20251021000932

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.

37 services27 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.

30 services20 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.

14 services11 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

12 services12 patients

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.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number340113

Location1000 Blythe BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203 · Mecklenburg County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28203 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

$83.90 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$67.72 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

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.

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