Ragasri Kumar Merkes, D.O.
NPI 1699930594 · Neurology Physician · La Crosse, WI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ragasri Kumar Merkes, D.O. is a Neurology Physician provider in La Crosse, WI (NPI 1699930594).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699930594
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 125051694 (IL)
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 tenure25% of score
17 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
429 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 175 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 84 | $131 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 73 | $90 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 34 | $61 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Drowsy95816 | 33 | $53 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 67 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | 549 | 95 |
| Topiramate | 356 | 42 |
| Lamotrigine | 294 | 50 |
| Carbamazepinebrand: Carbamazepine Er | 236 | 28 |
| Lacosamide | 158 | 22 |
| Divalproex Sodiumbrand: Divalproex Sodium Er | 144 | 26 |
| Gabapentin | 107 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$188 across 1 record (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
- 2008-07-21
- Last updated
- 2021-06-01
- Certified
- 2021-06-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ragasri Kumar Merkes's NPI number?
- Ragasri Kumar Merkes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699930594, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ragasri Kumar Merkes's specialty?
- Ragasri Kumar Merkes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ragasri Kumar Merkes located?
- Ragasri Kumar Merkes's practice location on file with NPPES is 1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601-5429.
- What is Ragasri Kumar Merkes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ragasri Kumar Merkes is (608) 775-9000.
- Does Ragasri Kumar Merkes accept Medicare?
- Ragasri Kumar Merkes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ragasri Kumar Merkes's NPI active?
- Yes — Ragasri Kumar Merkes's NPI (1699930594) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-06-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.