Venkat Merla, M.D.
NPI 1366719023 · Internal Medicine Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Venkat Merla, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1366719023).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1366719023
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301116550 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
3 documented practice locations
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 102 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 545 | 225 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 285 | 118 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 267 | 105 |
| Lisinopril | 258 | 108 |
| Losartan Potassium | 249 | 105 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 217 | 91 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1611 1st StBakersfield, CA 93304-2901Phone: (661) 336-5300Fax: (661) 336-5303
- 36123 Schoolcraft RdLivonia, MI 48150-1216Phone: (225) 265-3061
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-11-23
- Last updated
- 2022-02-11
- Certified
- 2021-09-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Venkat Merla's NPI number?
- Venkat Merla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366719023, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Venkat Merla's specialty?
- Venkat Merla is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Venkat Merla located?
- Venkat Merla's practice location on file with NPPES is 9001 S H St, Bakersfield, CA 93307-5948.
- What is Venkat Merla's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Venkat Merla is (661) 328-4260.
- Does Venkat Merla accept Medicare?
- Venkat Merla is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Venkat Merla's NPI active?
- Yes — Venkat Merla's NPI (1366719023) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.