Michael Merced, M.D.
NPI 1689108185 · Family Medicine Physician · Newark, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Merced, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Newark, NJ (NPI 1689108185).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689108185
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 25MA10954500 (NJ)
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 tenure33% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 186 | 116 |
| Metformin Hcl | 135 | 82 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 103 | 72 |
| Lisinopril | 93 | 46 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 51 | 33 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 49 | 31 |
| Lisinopril/Hydrochlorothiazidebrand: Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$66 across 4 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
- 2017-04-12
- Last updated
- 2021-10-07
- Certified
- 2021-10-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Merced's NPI number?
- Michael Merced's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689108185, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Merced's specialty?
- Michael Merced is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Merced located?
- Michael Merced's practice location on file with NPPES is 465 Mount Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ 07104-2907.
- What is Michael Merced's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Merced is (973) 483-3640.
- Does Michael Merced accept Medicare?
- Michael Merced is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Merced's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Merced's NPI (1689108185) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-10-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.