Philip Ormond Merritt, M.D.

Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

Philip Ormond Merritt is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Glendale, CA with over 50 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(818) 246-8974Glendale, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Philip Ormond Merritt, M.D. has been part of the Glendale medical community since 2005. A University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine graduate since 1976, he brings 50+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 91% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 30 Orthopaedic Surgery providers in CASee all Orthopaedic Surgery in Glendale50+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 1173dNPPES updated 2023-03-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1505 Wilson Ter Suite 200, Glendale, CA 91206-4071

Fax: (818) 246-7673
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+26%)75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+20%)54%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+22%)54%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
46%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+12%)44%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+19%)37%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1976

    University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine

  2. 50 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.

Taxonomy: 207XS0114X

Education & Training

University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Class of 1976)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1357 Sugar Loaf Dr, La Canada, CA 91011-3919

Differs from practice location

Virtual Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Philip Ormond Merritt

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Philip Ormond Merritt for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Glendale required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Philip Ormond Merritt

NPI records show Dr. Merritt as active with telehealth listed in Glendale, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (818) 246-8974.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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