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DR. SAMUEL K MERKHAN MD
NPI 1982691580
Internal Medicine in Catskill, NY

Active since September 29, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
159 JEFFERSON HTS, SUITE D107, CATSKILL, NY 12414(518) 943-1442(518) 943-2003 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 6, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Samuel K Merkhan Md NPPES

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

DR. SAMUEL K MERKHAN MD (NPI 1982691580) is an individual internal medicine provider in Catskill, New York, licensed in New York (209006) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982691580
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SAMUEL K MERKHANCredential: MD
Location Address159 JEFFERSON HTS, SUITE D107Catskill, NY 12414-1237
Mailing Address949 Columbia StHudson, NY 12534-2624 · (518) 828-7188 · Fax (518) 828-5049
Phone(518) 943-1442
Fax(518) 943-2003
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateSeptember 29, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 6, 2007
✔ NPI 1982691580 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 209006
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
159 JEFFERSON HTS, Catskill, NY 12414
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINF97356NY
Medicaid01682842NY
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified27M181NY

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. Samuel K Merkhan 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 ID5991839953
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110317000059
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 6

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.
273 services121 patients
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.
215 services153 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
136 services136 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
44 services41 patients
Annual wellness visit; includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), initial visit G0438
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your doctor to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's an opportunity to discuss your health status and goals and get a plan tailored for you.
14 services14 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180
This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.
13 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Albany Medical Center Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albany, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330013
Location43 New Scotland Avenue, Mail Code 34Albany, NY 12208 · Albany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Columbia Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hudson, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330094
Location71 Prospect AvenueHudson, NY 12534 · Columbia County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 12414 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
$141.77 typical visit price
range $61.88 – $187.05
Typical copayment $35.44 (range $15.47 – $46.76)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$108.56 typical visit price
range $19.92 – $151.94
Typical copayment $27.14 (range $4.98 – $37.98)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 10

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
13 suppliers65 claims181 services$5.74 avg. paid by Medicare
Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers15 claims15 services$2.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
9 suppliers23 claims42 services$1.22 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, heavy duty, extra wide, with weight capacity greater than 350 pounds, but less than or equal to 600 pounds, with any type side rails, without mattress E0301
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$149.05 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier16 claims16 services$8.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$109.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

IQBAL KARIM MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
159 JEFFERSON HTS, SUITE 303
CATSKILL, NY 12414
Greene County (518) 943-4046
COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
159 JEFFERSON HTS, SUITE C-104
CATSKILL, NY 12414
Greene County (518) 697-8010
COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
159 JEFFERSON HTS
CATSKILL, NY 12414
Greene County (518) 943-0212
COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
159 JEFFERSON HTS, SUITE D-203
CATSKILL, NY 12414
Greene County (518) 719-3105
HELEN WEINBERG ORTHO GROUP DDS PLLC
Dentist (Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics)
159 JEFFERSON HTS
CATSKILL, NY 12414
Greene County (518) 344-1754
COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
159 JEFFERSON HTS, SUITE C-201
CATSKILL, NY 12414
Greene County (518) 828-8190
COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
159 JEFFERSON HTS, SUITE C-103
CATSKILL, NY 12414
Greene County (518) 943-2557
COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
159 JEFFERSON HTS, SUITE D-203
CATSKILL, NY 12414
Greene County (518) 719-3500

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 Samuel Merkhan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samuel Merkhan is 1982691580. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 29, 2005.

Where is Samuel Merkhan located?

Samuel Merkhan practices at 159 Jefferson Hts Suite D107, Catskill, NY 12414. The listed phone number is (518) 943-1442.

What is Samuel Merkhan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Samuel Merkhan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Samuel Merkhan 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 Samuel Merkhan affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Samuel Merkhan is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital and Columbia Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Samuel Merkhan was last updated on November 6, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.