Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merkatz, Cardiologist in Wethersfield, CT?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Merkatz?
Dr. Kenneth Merkatz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Merkatz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Electrophysiology, Cardiac Electrophysiology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Wethersfield, CT community, Dr. Merkatz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Merkatz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: NSLIJHS/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at North Shore University Hospital Program
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
What languages does Dr. Merkatz speak?
Dr. Merkatz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Merkatz typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Merkatz diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Merkatz. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Merkatz typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Merkatz may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Merkatz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merkatz accept my insurance?
Dr. Merkatz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 258-3477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merkatz accept in Wethersfield, CT?
Dr. Merkatz in Wethersfield, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Merkatz's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Merkatz's Primary Practice
1260 Silas Deane Hwy
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 258-3477
What hospitals are Dr. Merkatz affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Merkatz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Merkatz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merkatz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891794905.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merkatz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merkatz