Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Robert Merritt, M.D.
Otolaryngic Allergy Physician · Winter Haven, FL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Merritt from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Merritt
Dr. Robert Merritt is an otolaryngic allergy physician in Winter Haven, FL, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Merritt performed 11,034 Medicare services across 3,562 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Merritt received a total of $1,380 from 19 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 49 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in otolaryngic allergy physician. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Merritt is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 29% volume in FL
$1,380 industry payments
Florida License Status
FL DOH · MQA1
Active license
None
Board action on record
0
Recent admin complaints
| Profession | License # | Status | Expires | Board Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Doctor | 81383 | Clear | January 31, 2027 | — |
Data from Florida Department of Health Medical Quality Assurance.
License records are public under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes.
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Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗11,034
Medicare services
Top 29% in FL for otolaryngic allergy physician
3,562
Unique beneficiaries
$30
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~581 Medicare services per year of practice
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allergy immunotherapy preparation A professional service involving the preparation and administration of one or more antigens. |
3,241 | $11 | $36 |
| Allergy skin test A diagnostic test performed to identify specific allergies by applying or introducing allergenic extracts to the body. The procedure measures the patient's immune response to various potential allergens. |
1,658 | $3 | $15 |
| Skin allergy test A test where small amounts of potential allergens are injected into the skin to check for allergic reactions. |
1,658 | $6 | $20 |
| Allergen injection administration Professional service for the administration of a single allergen injection. |
661 | $7 | $23 |
| Office visit, established patient (20-29 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
547 | $68 | $362 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
521 | $33 | $116 |
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
481 | $94 | $302 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
342 | $118 | $397 |
| Nasal endoscopy A diagnostic procedure that uses a thin, lighted tube to examine the inside of the nasal passages. |
262 | $146 | $461 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
256 | $82 | $266 |
| Allergy injection therapy, multiple injections A professional service involving the administration of multiple allergen injections. |
215 | $9 | $27 |
| Flexible laryngoscopy A diagnostic exam of the voice box using a flexible endoscope to visualize the larynx. |
204 | $101 | $303 |
| Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test A diagnostic evaluation that assesses hearing ability and the capacity to understand spoken words. The test measures how well a patient can detect sounds and recognize speech. |
197 | $27 | $203 |
| Middle ear function test A diagnostic test used to evaluate how well the middle ear is functioning. |
189 | $12 | $38 |
| Impacted earwax removal by physician Removal of impacted earwax from one or both ears by a physician on the same day as audiologic testing. |
172 | $37 | $124 |
| Endoscopic control of nosebleed A procedure to stop bleeding in the nose using an endoscope to visualize the area. |
51 | $198 | $643 |
| Auditory brainstem response test A test that measures how the brain responds to sound to help diagnose nervous system disorders. The results are interpreted and reported by a medical professional. |
42 | $64 | $197 |
| Balance testing with recording A procedure to evaluate balance function by recording the results during testing. |
40 | $86 | $250 |
| Paranasal sinus X-ray, minimum 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the paranasal sinuses using at least three different views to visualize the sinus cavities. |
38 | $30 | $125 |
| Vestibular function test with thermal irrigation A test that assesses balance by irrigating both ears with warm and cool fluids to evaluate inner ear function. |
36 | $32 | $95 |
| Nasal and throat exam with endoscope A procedure to visually examine the nose and throat using a thin, flexible tube with a camera. This allows for direct visualization of the internal structures of the upper airway. |
28 | $90 | $269 |
| Esophageal function monitoring via nasal tube This procedure involves monitoring and recording the function of the esophagus using a tube inserted through the nose. |
19 | $140 | $455 |
| X-ray of paranasal sinuses, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test that produces 1 to 2 pictures of the paranasal sinuses to visualize the bone structures and air-filled spaces within the facial area. |
18 | $24 | $80 |
| CT scan of face, without contrast A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the facial structures. This procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye. |
18 | $104 | $400 |
| Surgical removal of facial skin cancer, 1.1-2.0 cm This procedure involves the surgical excision of a cancerous skin growth located on the face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth. The size of the removed tissue is between 1.1 and 2.0 centimeters. |
16 | $107 | $643 |
| Office visit, established patient (10-19 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting 10 to 19 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
16 | $36 | $130 |
| Complex repair of eyelid, nose, ear, or lip wound, 1.1-2.5 cm A surgical procedure to repair a complex wound on the eyelid, nose, ear, or lip that measures between 1.1 and 2.5 centimeters. |
14 | $327 | $1,016 |
| Endoscopic nasal polyp biopsy or removal A procedure to remove or sample nasal polyps or tissue using an endoscope. The endoscope allows the provider to view the nasal passages during the procedure. |
14 | $281 | $1,056 |
| Vocal cord movement assessment with endoscope This procedure uses an endoscope to examine the movement of the vocal cords. It allows for the visual assessment of how the vocal cord flaps function. |
14 | $159 | $470 |
| Vestibular function test using rotating chair This test evaluates eye movement and balance function by having the patient sit in a rotating chair. It helps assess how the inner ear and brain coordinate to maintain stability. |
14 | $98 | $285 |
| Use of electrodes during balance testing Application of electrodes to monitor physiological responses during a balance assessment. |
14 | $8 | $24 |
| Test to assess electrical potentials generated in the inner ear as a result of sound stimulation | 14 | $89 | $271 |
| Removal of foreign body in ear canal | 13 | $64 | $195 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
11 | $8 | $10 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$1,380
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $197/year across 7 years
Top 50% in FL for otolaryngic allergy physician
19
Companies
49
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$1,330 (96.4%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$50 (3.6%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$217
2023
$174
2022
$299
2021
$216
2020
$206
2019
$140
2018
$129
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
GENZYME CORPORATION
$357
Stryker Corporation
$152
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$147
Acclarent, Inc
$140
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$120
Ethicon US, LLC
$48
Phadia US Inc.
$46
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$44
Minaris Medical America, Inc.
$44
ALK-Abello, Inc
$41
BIOTRONIK INC.
$37
Medtronic, Inc.
$33
Olympus America Inc.
$30
Checkpoint Surgical, Inc
$27
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$24
OptiNose US, Inc.
$24
Pharming Healthcare, Inc.
$23
Kaleo, Inc.
$21
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$21
Top 3 companies account for 47.5% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACCLARENT AERA EUSTACHIAN TUBE BALLOON DILATION SYSTEM · Auvi-Q · Checkpoint Stimulators · DUPIXENT · Dymista · ENTELLUS - ENTELLUS MEDICAL REINFORCED ANESTHESIA NEEDLE · ENTELLUS - XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM · INC. · ImmunoCAP · MEDLINE INDUSTRIES · NUCALA · Olympus ENT Fiber Scopes · Otiprio · PRE-PEN · RUCONEST · Ryaltris · SOMATOM GO · STEALTHSTATION S8 PLATFORM · TruDi NAV Cable · TruDi Navigation System · XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM · Xhance
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Most payments (96%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $12 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Otolaryngic allergy physicians within 10 mi
5
Per 100K population
0.7
County median income
$63,644
Nearest hospital
WINTER HAVEN HOSPITAL
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Merritt is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 29% in FL), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 19 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Merritt experienced with allergy immunotherapy preparation?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Merritt performed 3,241 allergy immunotherapy preparation services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Merritt receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Merritt received a total of $1,380 from 19 companies across 49 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Merritt's costs compare to other otolaryngic allergy physicians in Winter Haven?
Dr. Merritt's average Medicare payment per service is $30. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Merritt) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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About this page
All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.
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