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DR. PAUL MERKLE
NPI 1962549717
Orthopaedic Surgery - Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery in Los Angeles, CA

Active since January 31, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1200 N STATE ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90033(323) 226-2170(323) 226-5760 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Paul Merkle NPPES

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

DR. PAUL MERKLE (NPI 1962549717) is an individual pediatric orthopaedic surgery provider in Los Angeles, California, licensed in California (G73100) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas- St Elizabeth, and is a graduate of University Of California, Geffen School Of Medicine (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962549717
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XP3100X
Provider Legal NameDR. PAUL MERKLE
Location Address1200 N STATE STLos Angeles, CA 90033-1029
Mailing Address1200 N State StLos Angeles, CA 90033-1029 · (323) 226-2170 · Fax (323) 226-5760
Phone(323) 226-2170
Fax(323) 226-5760
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Geffen School Of MedicineGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateJanuary 31, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1962549717 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Pediatric Orthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XP3100X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G73100
Definition

An orthopedic surgeon who has additional training and experience in diagnosing, treating and managing musculoskeletal problems in infants, children and adolescents. These may include limb and spine deformities (such as club foot, scoliosis); gait abnormalities (limping); bone and joint infections; broken bones.

1200 N STATE ST, Los Angeles, CA 90033
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedW809BCA · Hudson
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedW809ACA · Roybal
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedW932CA · Health Center
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedW809FCA · El Monte

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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. Paul 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 ID2062635337
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141009001518
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 3

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.

Treatment of broken neck of thigh bone with bone implant 27245
This procedure involves repairing a fractured thigh bone by inserting a bone implant. The implant helps stabilize the bone, allowing it to heal correctly. It's performed under anesthesia and requires a hospital stay for recovery.
26 services25 patients
Treatment of upper end of broken thigh bone with placement of stabilizing device or prosthetic replacement 27236
This procedure involves treating a fracture at the top of your thigh bone. A stabilizing device or prosthetic replacement is placed to aid in healing. This helps restore mobility and function while reducing pain. The treatment aims for a quick and safe recovery.
11 services11 patients
Hip replacement NAN09
A hip replacement is a surgical procedure where a worn-out or damaged hip joint is replaced with an artificial one. This procedure can greatly reduce pain and improve mobility. It's often recommended when other treatments like physical therapy or medications fail to alleviate symptoms.
0 services1 patient

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Christus Southeast Texas- St Elizabeth

Acute Care Hospitals · Beaumont, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450034
Location2830 Calder AvenueBeaumont, TX 77702 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Corpus Christi Medical Center,the

Acute Care Hospitals · Corpus Christi, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number450788
Location6629 Woodridge RoadCorpus Christi, TX 78414 · Nueces County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

DR. KEITH JOSEPH YABLONICKY M.D.
Emergency Medicine
1200 N STATE ST, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 226-6937
SEAN O. HENDERSON M.D.
Emergency Medicine
1200 N STATE ST, ROOM 1011
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 226-6667
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES AUDITOR CONTROLLER
General Acute Care Hospital
1200 N STATE ST
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 226-2622
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES AUDITOR CONTROLLER
General Acute Care Hospital
1200 N STATE ST
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 226-2622
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES AUDITOR CONTROLLER
General Acute Care Hospital
1200 N STATE ST
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 226-2622
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES AUDITOR CONTROLLER
Psychiatric Unit
1200 N STATE ST
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 226-2622
DR. ROBERT ISRAEL
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1200 N STATE ST, ROOM 1110
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 226-3421
DR. MELANIE ANNE OSBY M.D.
Pathology (Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine)
1200 N STATE ST, CLINIC TOWER A7E114
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 409-5964

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 Paul Merkle's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Merkle is 1962549717. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 31, 2007.

Where is Paul Merkle located?

Paul Merkle practices at 1200 N State St, Los Angeles, CA 90033. The listed phone number is (323) 226-2170.

What is Paul Merkle's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, with taxonomy code 207XP3100X.

Is Paul Merkle enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Merkle 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 Paul Merkle accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Paul Merkle 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 Paul Merkle affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Merkle is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas- St Elizabeth and Corpus Christi Medical Center,the.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Merkle was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.