Fikru Merechi, M.D.
NPI 1851745574 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · West Reading, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fikru Merechi, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in West Reading, PA (NPI 1851745574).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851745574
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD468702 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 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
3,021 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 802 | $35 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 659 | $26 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 275 | $33 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 255 | $11 |
| Microscopic Genetic Analysis of Tissue, Computer-Assisted Technology, Initial Procedure, Each Multiplex Procedure88374 | 155 | $40 |
| Flow Cytometry Technique for Dna Or Cell Analysis, 16 Or More Markers88189 | 109 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 22 S. Greene Street, Dept of PathologyBaltimore, MD 21201Phone: (410) 328-5555
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-04-19
- Last updated
- 2021-09-03
- Certified
- 2021-09-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fikru Merechi's NPI number?
- Fikru Merechi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851745574, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fikru Merechi's specialty?
- Fikru Merechi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Fikru Merechi located?
- Fikru Merechi's practice location on file with NPPES is 420 S 5th Ave, West Reading, PA 19611-2143.
- What is Fikru Merechi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fikru Merechi is (484) 628-8000.
- Does Fikru Merechi accept Medicare?
- Fikru Merechi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fikru Merechi's NPI active?
- Yes — Fikru Merechi's NPI (1851745574) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.