| Doctor Name: | MR. GARY LEE MERKEL |
| NPI Number: | 1033143649 |
| Entity Type Code: | Individual (1) |
| Gender: | M |
| Credentials: | RKT |
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| Business Practice Address: | 500 N 5th St Hot Springs, SD - 577471480 |
| Business Phone Number: | 6057452000 |
| Business Fax Number: | 6057452836 |
| Mailing Address: | 1746 Canton Ave, HOT SPRINGS |
| State: | SD |
| Postal Code: | 577472120 |
| Phone Number: | 6057453314 |
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| NPI Enumeration Date: | 07/10/2006 |
| NPI Last Update Date: | 07/08/2007 |
| Replacement NPI: | 0 |
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Taxonomy Information: | |
| Healthcare Provider Taxonomy: | 226300000X |
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| Healthcare Provider Taxonomy: (Secondary) | Y |
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| Taxonomy Type: | Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers |
| Taxonomy Classification: | Kinesiotherapist |
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| Taxonomy Definition: | A provider trained and educated in the applied science of medically prescribed therapeutic exercise, education and adapted physical activities designed to improve the quality of line and health of adults and children by developing physical fitness, increasing mobility and independence, and improving psychosocial behavior. The kinesiotherapist seeks a coach-player relationship in which he/she helps the patient/client reach the goal of becoming an independent, self-sustaining person. Kinesiotherapists, as compared with physical therapists, put more emphasis on geriatric care, reconditioning and fitness, and psychiatric care. A large percentage of kinesiotherapists practice in Veterans Administration hospitals. |