DR. AKIL ABID MERCHANT M.D.
NPI 1821074857
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Los Angeles, CA

Q: What is Akil Merchant's NPI number?

The NPI number for Akil Merchant is 1821074857. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 21, 2005.

Q: What is Akil Merchant's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Akil Merchant was last updated on April 5, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.

Active since December 21, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

127 S SAN VICENTE BLVD STE A-9102, LOS ANGELES, CA 90048(310) 423-0161(310) 423-7182 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 5, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Dr. Akil Abid Merchant M.d. NPPES

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

DR. AKIL ABID MERCHANT M.D. (NPI 1821074857) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Los Angeles, California, licensed in California (C55368) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Baylor College Of Medicine (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821074857

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X

Provider Legal NameDR. AKIL ABID MERCHANTCredential: M.D.

Location Address127 S SAN VICENTE BLVD STE A-9102Los Angeles, CA 90048-3311

Mailing AddressPo Box 512717Los Angeles, CA 90051-0717 · (310) 423-0161 · Fax (310) 423-7182

Phone(310) 423-0161

Fax(310) 423-7182

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSBaylor College Of MedicineGraduated 2000

Enumeration DateDecember 21, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateApril 5, 2019

✔ NPI 1821074857 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0003X

Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · C55368✔ Licensed in MD · D0063159

Definition

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

127 S SAN VICENTE BLVD STE A-9102, Los Angeles, CA 90048

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Other Identifiers 4

OtherW18762CA · Group Medicare

Medicaid411728000MD

Other1902846306CA · Group Npi

OtherGR0100430CA · Group Medi-cal

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

Dr. Akil Abid Merchant 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 ID6406858208

PECOS Enrollment IDI20130102000070

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.

79 services20 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.

69 services18 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

35 services16 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.

24 services20 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.

16 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90048 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

$187.60 typical visit price

range $62.96 – $187.60

Typical copayment $46.90 (range $15.74 – $46.90)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$109.96 typical visit price

range $20.84 – $153.61

Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)

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.

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 Akil Merchant's NPI number?

The NPI number for Akil Merchant is 1821074857. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 21, 2005.

Where is Akil Merchant located?

Akil Merchant practices at 127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A-9102, Los Angeles, CA 90048. The listed phone number is (310) 423-0161.

What is Akil Merchant's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Akil Merchant enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Akil Merchant 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Akil Merchant was last updated on April 5, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.