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DR. MERLIN MATHEW M.D.
NPI 1700231586
Internal Medicine in Mountain View, AR

Active since April 28, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
105 CASE COMMONS DR, MOUNTAIN VIEW, AR 72560(870) 269-4144(870) 269-5736 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 29, 2026, Sep 9, 2022, Jan 28, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Merlin Mathew M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MERLIN MATHEW M.D. (NPI 1700231586) is an individual internal medicine provider in Mountain View, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (E-20348) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Tyler.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700231586
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MERLIN MATHEWCredential: M.D.
Location Address105 CASE COMMONS DRMountain View, AR 72560-5016
Mailing Address1710 Harrison StBatesville, AR 72501-7303 · (870) 269-4144 · Fax (870) 269-5736
Phone(870) 269-4144
Fax(870) 269-5736
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateApril 28, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 29, 2026
✔ NPI 1700231586 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AR · E-20348✔ Licensed in NY · 307761✔ Licensed in IL · 125.073344✔ Licensed in TX · T8594
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.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License T8594 (TX)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
105 CASE COMMONS DR, Mountain View, AR 72560
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1800 E Dawson StTyler, TX 75701-2036 · Phone (903) 606-7264

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Merlin Mathew 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 ID8022424746
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220923001087, I20260526004031
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

8

Medicare enrollment records show Merlin Mathew reassigns Medicare billing to 8 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

White River Health System, Inc.
Same address
Rural Health
105 CASE COMMONS DR
Mountain View, AR 72560
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • 50 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1457396616 (870) 269-4144
Whatley Health Services, Inc
269 mi
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
230 HOSPITAL DR
Vernon, AL 35592
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 244 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1114101383 (205) 695-0450
North Texas Physician Services, PLLC
277 mi
Internal Medicine
700 E MARSHALL AVE
Longview, TX 75601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 334 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1992586150 (903) 315-2000
Capstone Health Services Foundation PC
288 mi
Multi-Specialty
289 ROBERT K WILSON DR SUITE C
Carrollton, AL 35447
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 307 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1588231542 (205) 348-1770
Christus Trinity Clinic Texas
304 mi
Family Medicine
520 DOUGLAS BLVD
Tyler, TX 75702
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 2,745 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1285684225 (903) 315-4119
Middletown Medical PC
1,030 mi
Emergency Medicine
111 MALTESE DR
Middletown, NY 10940
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 281 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1902855828 (845) 342-4774
Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of New York, PLLC
1,046 mi
Emergency Medicine
2475 SAINT RAYMONDS AVE
Bronx, NY 10461
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 244 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1205944329 (718) 920-8543
Cogent Medical Care PC
1,090 mi
Internal Medicine
101 HOSPITAL RD
East Patchogue, NY 11772
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 640 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1912941238 (631) 687-4131

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 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.
182 services96 patients
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.
120 services78 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
95 services95 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
59 services59 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

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Christus Mother Frances Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tyler, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450102
Location800 East DawsonTyler, TX 75701 · Smith County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 72560 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
$119.36 typical visit price
range $51.36 – $157.74
Typical copayment $29.84 (range $12.84 – $39.43)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$91.63 typical visit price
range $16.16 – $128.77
Typical copayment $22.90 (range $4.04 – $32.19)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

WHITE RIVER HEALTH SYSTEM, INC.
Clinic/Center (Rural Health)
105 CASE COMMONS DR
MOUNTAIN VIEW, AR 72560
Stone County (870) 269-4144
MS. ROBIN LENORA MURPHY APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
105 CASE COMMONS DR
MOUNTAIN VIEW, AR 72560
Stone County (870) 269-4144
MADISON LUTHER DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
105 CASE COMMONS DR
MOUNTAIN VIEW, AR 72560
Stone County (870) 269-4144

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 Merlin Mathew's NPI number?

The NPI number for Merlin Mathew is 1700231586. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 28, 2016.

Where is Merlin Mathew located?

Merlin Mathew practices at 105 Case Commons Dr, Mountain View, AR 72560. The listed phone number is (870) 269-4144.

What is Merlin Mathew's specialty?

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

Is Merlin Mathew enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Merlin Mathew 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Merlin Mathew's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Merlin Mathew reassigns Medicare benefits to 8 organizations: White River Health System, Inc. (Mountain View, AR), Whatley Health Services, Inc (Vernon, AL), North Texas Physician Services, PLLC (Longview, TX), Capstone Health Services Foundation PC (Carrollton, AL), Christus Trinity Clinic Texas (Tyler, TX) and 3 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Merlin Mathew's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Merlin Mathew accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list Merlin Mathew 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 Merlin Mathew affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Merlin Mathew is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Merlin Mathew was last updated on April 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.