Prakriti Merchant, M.D.
NPI 1447546775 · Gastroenterology Physician · Union, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Prakriti Merchant, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Union, NJ (NPI 1447546775).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447546775
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
270 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 | 157 | $137 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 28 | $148 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 22 | $181 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 18 | $82 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 17 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 138 | 68 |
| Famotidine | 134 | 56 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 38 | 18 |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq | 36 | 34 |
| Hydrocortisone | 32 | 20 |
| Sucralfate | 20 | — |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 18 | 11 |
| Mesalamine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$224 across 14 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 34 Maple StNorwalk, CT 06850-3815Phone: (203) 852-2000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-06-24
- Last updated
- 2018-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Prakriti Merchant's NPI number?
- Prakriti Merchant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447546775, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Prakriti Merchant's specialty?
- Prakriti Merchant is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Prakriti Merchant located?
- Prakriti Merchant's practice location on file with NPPES is 1308 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083-3331.
- What is Prakriti Merchant's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Prakriti Merchant is (908) 851-2770.
- Does Prakriti Merchant accept Medicare?
- Prakriti Merchant is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Prakriti Merchant's NPI active?
- Yes — Prakriti Merchant's NPI (1447546775) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.