Peter Merkle, MD
NPI 1710993258 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Pompano Beach, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Peter Merkle, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Pompano Beach, FL (NPI 1710993258).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710993258
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME51275 (FL)
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
1,521 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 322 | $92 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 311 | $25 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 145 | $34 |
| Electrical Stimulation (unattended), to One Or More Areas for Indication(s) Other Than Wound Care, As Part of a Therapy Plan of CareG0283 | 124 | $9 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 115 | $47 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 112 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 125 | 55 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 38 | 23 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 25 | 15 |
| Lorazepam | 16 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 16 | — |
| Celecoxib | 12 | — |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 11 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$256 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
- 2006-08-01
- Last updated
- 2008-02-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Peter Merkle's NPI number?
- Peter Merkle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710993258, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Peter Merkle's specialty?
- Peter Merkle is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Peter Merkle located?
- Peter Merkle's practice location on file with NPPES is 1101 E Sample Rd, Pompano Beach, FL 33064-5104.
- What is Peter Merkle's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Peter Merkle is (954) 783-7100.
- Does Peter Merkle accept Medicare?
- Peter Merkle is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Peter Merkle's NPI active?
- Yes — Peter Merkle's NPI (1710993258) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.