Merritt King, MD
NPI 1801094164 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Little River, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Merritt King, MD is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Little River, SC (NPI 1801094164).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1801094164
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2009-00460 (NC)
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
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
460 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical Or Vaginal Cancer Screening; Pelvic and Clinical Breast ExaminationG0101 | 106 | $36 |
| Screening Papanicolaou Smear; Obtaining, Preparing and Conveyance of Cervical Or Vaginal Smear to LaboratoryQ0091 | 100 | $40 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 87 | $85 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Uterus, Ovaries, Tubes, Cervix and Pelvic Area Through Vagina76830 | 47 | $107 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 37 | $104 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 132 | 48 |
| Progesterone, Micronizedbrand: Progesterone | 42 | 11 |
| Fluconazole | 30 | 13 |
| Estradiolbrand: Dotti | 25 | — |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 23 | 11 |
| Estrogen,con/M-Progest Acetbrand: Prempro | 21 | — |
| Medroxyprogesterone Acetate | 19 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$603 across 19 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 4437 Main StShallotte, NC 28470-4451Phone: (910) 754-4449Fax: (910) 754-3495
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-07-10
- Last updated
- 2024-12-23
- Certified
- 2024-12-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Merritt King's NPI number?
- Merritt King's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801094164, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Merritt King's specialty?
- Merritt King is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Merritt King located?
- Merritt King's practice location on file with NPPES is 3980 Highway 9 E, Little River, SC 29566-8163.
- What is Merritt King's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Merritt King is (843) 399-3100.
- Does Merritt King accept Medicare?
- Merritt King is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Merritt King's NPI active?
- Yes — Merritt King's NPI (1801094164) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.