Kunal Merchant, M.D.
NPI 1821417098 · Ophthalmology Physician · Glen Rock, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kunal Merchant, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Glen Rock, NJ (NPI 1821417098).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821417098
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 274414 (MA)
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
12 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
2,326 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 741 | $98 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 321 | $138 |
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 175 | $22 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 147 | $45 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 128 | $165 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 117 | $37 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 414 | 235 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 217 | 112 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 155 | 62 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 103 | 37 |
| Latanoprost | 71 | 29 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 70 | 55 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 55 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,969 across 51 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
- 2014-04-15
- Last updated
- 2021-04-27
- Certified
- 2021-04-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kunal Merchant's NPI number?
- Kunal Merchant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821417098, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kunal Merchant's specialty?
- Kunal Merchant is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kunal Merchant located?
- Kunal Merchant's practice location on file with NPPES is 65 Harristown Rd Ste 302, Glen Rock, NJ 07452-3317.
- What is Kunal Merchant's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kunal Merchant is (201) 797-5100.
- Does Kunal Merchant accept Medicare?
- Kunal Merchant is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kunal Merchant's NPI active?
- Yes — Kunal Merchant's NPI (1821417098) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-04-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.