Amartej Merla, MD
NPI 1902097744 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Lancaster, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Amartej Merla, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Lancaster, CA (NPI 1902097744).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902097744
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 143527 (CA)
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
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
2,961 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Additional New Drug Or Substance Into Vein96375 | 438 | $18 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 407 | $139 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 331 | $198 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 307 | $153 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 184 | $18 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 78 | 17 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | 65 | 11 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 59 | 23 |
| Anastrozole | 45 | 16 |
| Exemestane | 33 | 11 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 26 | 15 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 22 | — |
| Dasatinibbrand: Sprycel | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$125 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)
- 1011 N China Lake BlvdRidgecrest, CA 93555-3130Phone: (760) 499-3360Fax: (760) 499-3361
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-08-07
- Last updated
- 2021-05-18
- Certified
- 2021-05-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Amartej Merla's NPI number?
- Amartej Merla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902097744, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Amartej Merla's specialty?
- Amartej Merla is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Amartej Merla located?
- Amartej Merla's practice location on file with NPPES is 44151 15th St W, Lancaster, CA 93534-4079.
- What is Amartej Merla's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Amartej Merla is (661) 902-5600.
- Does Amartej Merla accept Medicare?
- Amartej Merla is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Amartej Merla's NPI active?
- Yes — Amartej Merla's NPI (1902097744) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.