Fernando Merino, M.D.
NPI 1659354736 · Infectious Disease Physician · Kansas City, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Infectious Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fernando Merino, M.D. is a Infectious Disease Physician provider in Kansas City, KS (NPI 1659354736).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659354736
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Infectious Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 001577 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
856 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 435 | $113 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 171 | $75 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 157 | $166 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 51 | $203 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 28 | $93 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) |
|---|---|
| Bictegrav/Emtricit/Tenofov Alabrand: Biktarvy | 80 |
| Emtricitabine/Tenofov Alafenambrand: Descovy | 80 |
| Dolutegravir Sodiumbrand: Tivicay | 68 |
| Entecavir | 57 |
| Elviteg/Cob/Emtri/Tenof Alafenbrand: Genvoya | 24 |
| Amoxicillin | 18 |
| Ceftriaxone Sodiumbrand: Ceftriaxone | 16 |
| Cephalexin | 16 |
| Voriconazole | 15 |
| Atazanavir Sulfate |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-22
- Last updated
- 2014-08-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fernando Merino's NPI number?
- Fernando Merino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659354736, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fernando Merino's specialty?
- Fernando Merino is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Infectious Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Fernando Merino located?
- Fernando Merino's practice location on file with NPPES is 3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Kansas City, KS 66160.
- What is Fernando Merino's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fernando Merino is (913) 588-6035.
- Does Fernando Merino accept Medicare?
- Fernando Merino is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fernando Merino's NPI active?
- Yes — Fernando Merino's NPI (1659354736) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-08-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.