Dr. Richard B Merrick
Otolaryngology in Ottumwa, Iowa
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 53+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Richard B Merrick, MD, is an Otolaryngology specialist in Ottumwa, Iowa. He attended and graduated from University Of Iowa College Of Medicine in 1971, having over 53 years of diverse experience, especially in Otolaryngology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Broadlawns Medical Center, Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Greater Regional Medical Center. Dr. Richard B Merrick also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including The Iowa Clinic Pc. Dr. Richard B Merrick does not accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Richard B Merrick at 1005 Pennsylvania Ave 102a to request Dr. Richard B Merrick the information (advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Richard B Merrick |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
2365432192 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does not accept Medicare assignment. |
Medical Specialties
- Otolaryngology (primary specialty)
- Family Practice
Experience
- Over 53 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. Richard B Merrick attended and graduated from University Of Iowa College Of Medicine in 1971.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1255326880
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, September 20, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, September 2, 2015
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does 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. Richard B Merrick
Medical Licenses
Dr. Richard B Merrick has been primarily specialized in Otolaryngology for over 53 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Otolaryngology
click for detail Otolaryngology An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
| MD-18914 | Iowa |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Des Moines, Iowa | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Des Moines, Iowa | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Creston, Iowa | Critical Access Hospitals | Government - Local |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| The Iowa Clinic Pc | 185 |
Practice Locations
1005 Pennsylvania Ave
102a
Ottumwa, IA 52501-6408
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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Friday, November 6, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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Dr. Richard B Merrick [NPI: 1255326880]Otolaryngology, Family Practice