CHRISTIAN AYER MERRILL MD
NPI 1962899849
Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine in Birmingham, AL

Active since April 18, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
805 SAINT VINCENTS DR STE 100, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205(205) 939-3699(205) 581-7155 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 31, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 31, 2020, Jul 24, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Christian Ayer Merrill Md NPPES

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

CHRISTIAN AYER MERRILL MD (NPI 1962899849) is an individual sports medicine provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (MD.40665) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Tufts University School Of Medicine (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962899849
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XX0005X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTIAN AYER MERRILLCredential: MD
Location Address805 SAINT VINCENTS DR STE 100Birmingham, AL 35205-1638
Mailing Address805 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 100Birmingham, AL 35205-1638 · (205) 939-3699 · Fax (205) 581-7155
Fax(205) 581-7155
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTufts University School Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 18, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 31, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 31, 2020
NPI 1962899849 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XX0005X
License Licensed in AL · MD.40665
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License MD.40665 (AL)
805 SAINT VINCENTS DR STE 100, Birmingham, AL 35205

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christian Ayer Merrill Md 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 ID3072824531
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210701003810
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 10

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
105 services60 patients
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views 73564
An X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.
81 services34 patients
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
71 services16 patients
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030
An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.
51 services21 patients
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.
46 services34 patients
X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562
An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.
44 services16 patients

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.

Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
805 SAINT VINCENTS DR STE 100
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
805 SAINT VINCENTS DR STE 100
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205
Orthopaedic Surgery
805 SAINT VINCENTS DR STE 100
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205
Orthopaedic Surgery
805 SAINT VINCENTS DR STE 100
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205
Occupational Therapist
805 SAINT VINCENTS DR STE 100
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Sports Medicine)
805 SAINT VINCENTS DR STE 100
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205
Orthopaedic Surgery
805 SAINT VINCENTS DR STE 100
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205
Physician Assistant
805 SAINT VINCENTS DR STE 100
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205

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 Christian Merrill's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christian Merrill is 1962899849. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 18, 2015.

Where is Christian Merrill located?

Christian Merrill practices at 805 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 100, Birmingham, AL 35205. The listed phone number is (205) 939-3699.

What is Christian Merrill's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207XX0005X.

Is Christian Merrill enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christian Merrill 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 Christian Merrill was last updated on July 31, 2020. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.