Meril Platzer, M.D.
NPI 1215963939 · Neurology Physician · Woodland Hills, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Meril Platzer, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Woodland Hills, CA (NPI 1215963939).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215963939
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G47770 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
692 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 454 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 80 | $181 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 68 | $168 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 39 | $15 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 33 | $35 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 67 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 181 | 42 |
| Gabapentin | 181 | 43 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 144 | 39 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 104 | 28 |
| Buspirone Hcl | 92 | 17 |
| Lorazepam | 90 | 17 |
| Alprazolam | 84 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,994 across 106 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-24
- Last updated
- 2018-07-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Meril Platzer's NPI number?
- Meril Platzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215963939, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Meril Platzer's specialty?
- Meril Platzer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Meril Platzer located?
- Meril Platzer's practice location on file with NPPES is 6325 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367-2006.
- What is Meril Platzer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Meril Platzer is (805) 239-9055.
- Does Meril Platzer accept Medicare?
- Meril Platzer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Meril Platzer's NPI active?
- Yes — Meril Platzer's NPI (1215963939) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-07-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.