Michael Merry, OD
NPI 1669725008 · Optometrist · Chico, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Merry, OD is a Optometrist provider in Chico, CA (NPI 1669725008).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669725008
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- OD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 14475 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 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
7,973 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 2,010 | $89 |
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 1,134 | $22 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 1,101 | $96 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 765 | $134 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 522 | $37 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 500 | $42 |
| Measurement of Retinal and Optic Nerve Function92273 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 304 | 63 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 157 | 68 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 107 | 78 |
| Cyclosporine | 96 | 31 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 81 | 33 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 60 | 42 |
| Timolol Maleate | 53 | 20 |
| Bimatoprost |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$439 across 18 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
- 2012-10-23
- Last updated
- 2022-09-02
- Certified
- 2022-09-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Merry's NPI number?
- Michael Merry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669725008, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Merry's specialty?
- Michael Merry is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Michael Merry located?
- Michael Merry's practice location on file with NPPES is 1700 Bruce Rd, Chico, CA 95928-7941.
- What is Michael Merry's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Merry is (209) 223-2020.
- Does Michael Merry accept Medicare?
- Michael Merry is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Merry's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Merry's NPI (1669725008) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.