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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merte, Emergency Medicine Specialist in El Centro, CA?
Dr. Bryan Merte is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Centro, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Merte is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merte’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merte’s office at (310) 794-0785.
What languages does Dr. Merte speak?
Dr. Merte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Merte treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Merte 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. Merte. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Merte perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Bryan Merte may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Merte's office.
Does Dr. Merte accept my insurance?
Dr. Merte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-0785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merte accept in El Centro, CA?
Dr. Merte in El Centro, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Merte's office located?
What is Dr. Merte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124657804.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merte
What is Dr. Bryan Merte's specialty?
Dr. Merte is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near El Centro, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Merte to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bryan Merte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merte is affiliated with El Centro Regional Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Bryan Merte accepting new patients in El Centro, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bryan Merte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bryan Merte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merte's office at (310) 794-0785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bryan Merte?
Please contact Dr. Merte's office at (310) 794-0785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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