Jennifer Merritt, M.D.
NPI 1710050471 · Ophthalmology Physician · Little River, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jennifer Merritt, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Little River, SC (NPI 1710050471).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710050471
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 23960 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
4,448 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 548 | $120 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 521 | $34 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 515 | $87 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 442 | $60 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 432 | $38 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 399 | $34 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 647 | 364 |
| Latanoprost | 617 | 161 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 234 | 152 |
| Besifloxacin Hclbrand: Besivance | 233 | 194 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 227 | 54 |
| Timolol Maleate | 207 | 62 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 160 | 44 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$348 across 15 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
- 2006-11-17
- Last updated
- 2018-11-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jennifer Merritt's NPI number?
- Jennifer Merritt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710050471, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jennifer Merritt's specialty?
- Jennifer Merritt is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jennifer Merritt located?
- Jennifer Merritt's practice location on file with NPPES is 90 Cedar Light Ln, Little River, SC 29566-6978.
- What is Jennifer Merritt's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jennifer Merritt is (843) 280-8779.
- Does Jennifer Merritt accept Medicare?
- Jennifer Merritt is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jennifer Merritt's NPI active?
- Yes — Jennifer Merritt's NPI (1710050471) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-11-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.