Faisal Merchant, M.D.
NPI 1427276849 · Otolaryngology Physician · Clearwater, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Faisal Merchant, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Clearwater, FL (NPI 1427276849).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427276849
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- TRN5866 (FL)
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
19 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
4,938 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 744 | $88 |
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 692 | $13 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract Injected Into Skin95024 | 494 | $8 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 481 | $4 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 439 | $45 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 361 | $125 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 345 | 181 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 185 | 64 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 99 | 71 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 98 | 45 |
| Ofloxacin | 92 | 72 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 90 | 37 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 87 | 45 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$422 across 9 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
- 2007-04-23
- Last updated
- 2015-09-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Faisal Merchant's NPI number?
- Faisal Merchant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427276849, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Faisal Merchant's specialty?
- Faisal Merchant is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Faisal Merchant located?
- Faisal Merchant's practice location on file with NPPES is 1330 S Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756-3313.
- What is Faisal Merchant's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Faisal Merchant is (727) 216-0700.
- Does Faisal Merchant accept Medicare?
- Faisal Merchant is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Faisal Merchant's NPI active?
- Yes — Faisal Merchant's NPI (1427276849) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-09-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.