Ryan T. Merrell, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Ryan T. Merrell is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Nashville, TN with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ryan T. Merrell, MD has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 21+ years, working in group practice. With 21+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Nashville area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.13/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in Tennessee
- Uses generic medications more than 89% of reporting doctors in Tennessee
- Federal MIPS score higher than 44% of MIPS-scored doctors in Tennessee
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-1718
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Tennessee, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202397.13/100
Tennessee avg: 89 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in TennesseeHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.12%
Tennessee avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1 pts)
4.12% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.3%
Tennessee avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.5 pts)
Better than 89% of reporting doctors in TennesseeHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
179
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
121
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
680
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $135k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,167 reporting peers in Tennessee.
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 (-6%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — 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 (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Board certified · Mar 28, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Mailing address
3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200, Nashville, TN 37215-2691
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Ryan T. Merrell
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ryan T. Merrell for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Nashville 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 Ryan T. Merrell
NPI records show Dr. Merrell as active with telehealth listed in Nashville, TN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (615) 322-3000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ryan T. Merrell
Practice Location
3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-1718
Mailing Address
3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200, Nashville, TN 37215-2691
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