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DR. AMANDA W MERCHANT PH.D.
NPI 1891855144
Psychologist - Clinical in Lexington, KY

Active since December 09, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
BLUEGRASS HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY, INC., 2220 YOUNG DRIVE, LEXINGTON, KY 40505(859) 277-1008(859) 277-1083 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 18, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Amanda W Merchant Ph.d. NPPES

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

DR. AMANDA W MERCHANT PH.D. (NPI 1891855144) is an individual clinical provider in Lexington, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (129934) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891855144
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy103TC0700X
Provider Legal NameDR. AMANDA W MERCHANTCredential: PH.D.
Location AddressBLUEGRASS HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY, INC., 2220 YOUNG DRIVELexington, KY 40505-4219
Mailing AddressBluegrass Health Psychology, Inc., 4101 Tates Creek Ctr Dr, Ste 150, Pmb 123Lexington, KY 40517-3066 · (859) 277-1008 · Fax (859) 277-1083
Phone(859) 277-1008
Fax(859) 277-1083
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateDecember 9, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 18, 2020
NPPES CertifiedNovember 18, 2020
✔ NPI 1891855144 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychologist · ClinicalBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Taxonomy Code103TC0700X
Licenses✔ Licensed in KY · 129934✔ Licensed in KY · 1445
Definition
A psychologist who provides continuing and comprehensive mental and behavioral health care for individuals and families; consultation to agencies and communities; training, education and supervision; and research-based practice. It is a specialty in breadth -- one that is broadly inclusive of severe psychopathology -- and marked by comprehensiveness and integration of knowledge and skill from a broad array of disciplines within and outside of psychology proper. The scope of clinical psychology encompasses all ages, multiple diversities and varied systems.
Also ListedPsychologistTaxonomy 103T00000X · License 129934 (KY), 1445 (KY)
BLUEGRASS HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY, INC., Lexington, KY 40505
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid7100270170KY

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Meridian 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

Dr. Amanda W Merchant Ph.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 ID7517869449
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070716000661, I20161004002378, I20180330000846, I20250124001392
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.

Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, each additional 30 minutes 96139
This service involves a technician administering additional psychological or neuropsychological testing. Each session lasts for an extra 30 minutes. These tests assess cognitive abilities, such as memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, to aid in diagnosing or monitoring mental health conditions.
402 services139 patients
Evaluation of psychological test, each additional hour 96131
This service involves additional hours spent on assessing psychological tests. It helps to understand your mental health better, identifying any potential issues or disorders. It's a crucial step in creating an effective treatment plan.
371 services131 patients
Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, first 30 minutes 96138
This procedure involves a trained technician administering a psychological or neuropsychological test. It's a process that assesses your mental function and behavior. The initial session will last 30 minutes. The aim is to understand your cognitive abilities better.
139 services139 patients
Evaluation of psychological test, first hour 96130
This procedure involves a professional assessing your mental health using standardized tests. It's the initial hour of a process that helps understand your emotional well-being and cognitive abilities. It's completely non-invasive and confidential.
131 services131 patients
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation 90791
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation is a thorough assessment used to identify any mental health conditions you may have. It involves a detailed discussion about your symptoms, thoughts, feelings and behavior patterns. Your medical history and family's mental health history are also considered.
130 services130 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40505 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
$162.27 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $40.56 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$93.94 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)
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 5

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

MS. SUSAN JO SNYDER LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
BLUEGRASS HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY, INC., 2220 YOUNG DRIVE
LEXINGTON, KY 40505
Fayette County (859) 277-1008
DR. GABRIEL GOMEZ PSYD
Psychologist (Clinical)
BLUEGRASS HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY, INC., 2220 YOUNG DR
LEXINGTON, KY 40505
Fayette County (859) 277-1008
MR. THOMAS W THORNBERRY M.A.
Psychologist (Cognitive & Behavioral)
BLUEGRASS HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY, INC., 2220 YOUNG DRIVE
LEXINGTON, KY 40505
Fayette County (859) 277-1008
DR. JONATHAN D COLE PH.D.
Psychologist (Clinical)
BLUEGRASS HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY, INC., 2220 YOUNG DRIVE
LEXINGTON, KY 40505
Fayette County (859) 277-1008
DR. ERICA F. ADAMS PH.D.
Psychologist
BLUEGRASS HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY, INC., 2220 YOUNG DRIVE
LEXINGTON, KY 40505
Fayette County (859) 277-1008

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 Amanda Merchant's NPI number?

The NPI number for Amanda Merchant is 1891855144. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 9, 2006.

Where is Amanda Merchant located?

Amanda Merchant practices at Bluegrass Health Psychology, Inc. 2220 Young Drive, Lexington, KY 40505. The listed phone number is (859) 277-1008.

What is Amanda Merchant's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychologist, specializing in Clinical, with taxonomy code 103TC0700X.

Is Amanda Merchant enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Amanda 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.

What insurance does Amanda Merchant accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Meridian and Ambetter of Tennessee and 2 other insurers list Amanda Merchant 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 Amanda Merchant was last updated on November 18, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.