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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velez, Psychiatrist in Boise, ID?
Dr. Merrill Velez is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Boise, ID with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Velez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velez’s office at (208) 706-6375.
What languages does Dr. Velez speak?
Dr. Velez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Velez treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Velez 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. Velez. 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.
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Stress Reaction
- Stress
- Extreme Stress Response
- Traumatic Stress Reaction
- Stress-Related Illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- F439: Reaction to severe stress, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Velez perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Merrill Velez may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Velez's office.
Does Dr. Velez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 706-6375 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velez accept in Boise, ID?
Dr. Velez in Boise, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AvMed Health Plan
Blue Cross of Idaho
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
Molina
Mountain Health CO-OP
PacificSource
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Velez's office located?
Dr. Merrill Velez's Primary Practice
703 S Americana Blvd Ste 150
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 706-6375
What is Dr. Velez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093078073.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velez
What is Dr. Merrill Velez's specialty?
Dr. Velez is a Psychiatrist near Boise, ID.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Velez to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Merrill Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velez is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?
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Is Merrill Velez accepting new patients in Boise, ID?
Yes, Dr. Merrill Velez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merrill Velez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velez's office at (208) 706-6375 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merrill Velez?
Please contact Dr. Velez's office at (208) 706-6375 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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