Robert N. Merrill, MD
Robert N. Merrill is a Family Medicine specialist based in Rockport, ME with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Robert N. Merrill, MD runs an independent family medicine physician practice in Rockport, ME. A Ohio State University College of Medicine graduate since 1984, he brings 42+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 39% of reporting doctors in Maine
- Uses generic medications more than 54% of reporting doctors in Maine
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6537dNPPES updated 2008-06-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maine Board of Licensure in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
821 Commercial St, Rockport, ME 04856-4243
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 = better2.26%
Maine avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.8 pts)
2.26% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.7%
Maine avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MaineHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
401
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
864
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,764
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $893k
Percentile rankings compared against 387 reporting peers in Maine.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — 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 (-6%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
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 · 1984
Ohio State University College of Medicine
42 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Ohio State University College of Medicine (Class of 1984)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Robert N. Merrill
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert N. Merrill for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Rockport 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 Robert N. Merrill
NPI records show Dr. Merrill as active with telehealth listed in Rockport, ME. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (207) 596-7148.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Robert N. Merrill
Practice Location
821 Commercial St, Rockport, ME 04856-4243
Mailing Address
821 Commercial St, Rockport, ME 04856-4243
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