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DR. PRAKASH MERAI M.D.
NPI 1851488498
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Augusta, GA

Active since October 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3405 MIKE PADGETT HWY, AUGUSTA, GA 30906(706) 792-7021 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Prakash Merai M.d. NPPES

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

DR. PRAKASH MERAI M.D. (NPI 1851488498) is an individual psychiatry provider in Augusta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (032248) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851488498
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. PRAKASH MERAICredential: M.D.
Location Address3405 MIKE PADGETT HWYAugusta, GA 30906-3815
Mailing Address3405 Mike Padgett HwyAugusta, GA 30906-3815 · (706) 792-7021
Phone(706) 792-7021
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateOctober 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1851488498 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 032248
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
3405 MIKE PADGETT HWY, Augusta, GA 30906
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINE84772GA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified26BDFTFGA

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. Prakash Merai 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 ID648242784
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040810000620
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

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.
56 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Piedmont Augusta Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Augusta, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110028
Location1350 Walton WayAugusta, GA 30901 · Richmond County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30906 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
$164.04 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $41.01 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$66.89 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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 20

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

TAMARA AUGUSTIN NOEL LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
3405 MIKE PADGETT HWY, BUILDING 201
AUGUSTA, GA 30906
Richmond County (305) 414-4498
DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Psychiatric Hospital
3405 MIKE PADGETT HWY
AUGUSTA, GA 30906
Richmond County (706) 792-7026
BENAISSA KADDOUR DJEBBAR
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3405 MIKE PADGETT HWY, EAST CENTRAL REGIONAL HOSPITAL -FORENSIC UNIT
AUGUSTA, GA 30906
Richmond County (706) 792-7073
JOHN LOUIS PMHNP
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
3405 MIKE PADGETT HWY
AUGUSTA, GA 30906
Richmond County (706) 792-7021
DR. HAE K PARK M.D.
Pediatrics
3405 MIKE PADGETT HWY
AUGUSTA, GA 30906
Richmond County (706) 792-7021
DR. AJAI KALLA M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
3405 MIKE PADGETT HWY
AUGUSTA, GA 30906
Richmond County (706) 792-2021
MRS. MARIA BRATOEVA
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3405 MIKE PADGETT HWY
AUGUSTA, GA 30906
Richmond County (706) 792-7021
HAMZAH SHROOF DO
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
3405 MIKE PADGETT HWY
AUGUSTA, GA 30906
Richmond County (706) 790-2011

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 Prakash Merai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Prakash Merai is 1851488498. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 6, 2006.

Where is Prakash Merai located?

Prakash Merai practices at 3405 Mike Padgett Hwy, Augusta, GA 30906. The listed phone number is (706) 792-7021.

What is Prakash Merai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Prakash Merai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Prakash Merai 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.

Is Prakash Merai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Prakash Merai is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Prakash Merai was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.