Bruce Alan Merhige, PHD

Clinical Psychologist

Bruce Alan Merhige is a Clinical Psychologist based in Philadelphia, PA with over 52 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(215) 546-2556Philadelphia, PA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across PA can see Bruce Alan Merhige, PHD in person in Philadelphia or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 52+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Philadelphia area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have depression, anxiety, and mood disorders.

1 of 346 Psychologist providers in PASee all Psychologist in Philadelphia52+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 6895dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

255 S 17th Street Suite 1707, Philadelphia, PA 19103-6217

Fax: (215) 546-2556
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Medicare Patients

31

Unique beneficiaries

Boutique practice

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Depression, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.

Depression
75%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

Anxiety Disorders
75%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

Mood Disorders
75%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

High Cholesterol
71%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Hypertension
68%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

Arthritis
58%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.35 / 1.00

Below-average vulnerability

He practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.

Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. 52 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

PsychologistBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers

A psychologist who provides continuing and comprehensive mental and behavioral health care for individuals and families; consultation to agencies and communities; training, education and supervision; and research-based practice. It is a specialty in breadth -- one that is broadly inclusive of severe psychopathology -- and marked by comprehensiveness and integration of knowledge and skill from a broad array of disciplines within and outside of psychology proper. The scope of clinical psychology encompasses all ages, multiple diversities and varied systems.

Taxonomy: 103TC0700X

Virtual Psychology Care With Bruce Alan Merhige

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Bruce Alan Merhige for depression management, anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Philadelphia required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bruce Alan Merhige

Dr. Merhige is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Philadelphia, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (215) 546-2556.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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