Merica Shrestha, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Merica Shrestha, M.D. specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Tysons, VA in independent practice. She graduated from University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine in 2007 and has 19+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes (per CMS data).
Older · 901dNPPES updated 2023-11-17 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
8100 Boone Blvd Ste 700, Tysons, VA 22182-2683
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better47.5%
Virginia avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-35.3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
223
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
159
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
762
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $470k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,357 reporting peers in Virginia.
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.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Diabetes.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$779 received from industry
50 transactions reported in 2018 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Merica Shrestha's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2007
University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 16, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
19 years in practice
Experienced
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
Po Box 37174, Baltimore, MD 21297-3174
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Merica Shrestha
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Merica Shrestha for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Tysons 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 Merica Shrestha
Dr. Shrestha is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Tysons, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (703) 531-2269.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Merica Shrestha
Practice Location
8100 Boone Blvd Ste 700, Tysons, VA 22182-2683
Mailing Address
Po Box 37174, Baltimore, MD 21297-3174
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