Dr. Merlin J Hamer
Hand Surgery in La Jolla, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 22+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Merlin J Hamer, MD, is a Hand Surgery specialist in La Jolla, California. He attended and graduated from Georgetown University Of Medicine in 2002, having over 22 years of diverse experience, especially in Hand Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital. Dr. Merlin J Hamer also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Scripps Health. Dr. Merlin J Hamer accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (858) 626-4123 to request Dr. Merlin J Hamer the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Merlin J Hamer |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
5092807792 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Hand Surgery (primary specialty)
- Orthopedic Surgery
Experience
- Over 22 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Merlin J Hamer attended and graduated from Georgetown University Of Medicine in 2002.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1124233820
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, May 14, 2007
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, October 17, 2011
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Merlin J Hamer
Medical Licenses
Dr. Merlin J Hamer has been primarily specialized in Orthopaedic Surgery for over 22 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Orthopaedic Surgery
click for detail Orthopaedic Surgery An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
| A105394 | California |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Orthopaedic Surgery
click for detail Orthopaedic Surgery An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
| 01063128A | Indiana |
- Orthopaedic Surgery / Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
click for detail Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
| A105394 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| La Jolla, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Encinitas, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| La Jolla, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| San Diego, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Scripps Health | 902 |
Practice Locations
9896 Genesee Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037-1205
Phone: (858) 626-4123
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
9898 Genesee Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037-1205
Phone: (858) 455-9100
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
9888 Genesee Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037-1205
Phone: (858) 626-4123
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
10666 N. Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037-1027
Phone: (858) 554-7989
Fax: (858) 554-6321
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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Dr. Merlin J Hamer [NPI: 1124233820]Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery