Merrill G Harris, MD
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Merrill G Harris, MD has practiced hospitalist for 26+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 2000 and has 26+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 50% of reporting doctors in Oregon
- Uses generic medications more than 47% of reporting doctors in Oregon
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1604dNPPES updated 2021-12-14 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4805 Ne Glisan St Suite Bg05, Portland, OR 97213-2933
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.43%
Oregon avg: 7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Oregon2.43% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.1%
Oregon avg: 83.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in OregonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
108
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
348
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,544
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $315k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,341 reporting peers in Oregon.
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 Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
Keck School of Medicine of Usc
Board certified · Dec 13, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
26 years in practice
Experienced
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Taxonomy: 208M00000X
Education & Training
University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
Po Box 3158, Portland, OR 97208-3158
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hospitalist Care With Merrill G Harris
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Merrill G Harris for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Portland 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 Merrill G Harris
NPI records show Dr. Harris as active with telehealth listed in Portland, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (503) 215-2392.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Merrill G Harris
Practice Location
4805 Ne Glisan St Suite Bg05, Portland, OR 97213-2933
Mailing Address
Po Box 3158, Portland, OR 97208-3158
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