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Dr. Merlin Wehling, MD

Kearney, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wehling, Anesthesiologist in Kearney, NE?

    Dr. Merlin Wehling, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Kearney, NE. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Wehling completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Anesthesiology. Dr. Wehling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wehling’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wehling’s office at (308) 224-2062.

    Where did Dr. Wehling go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Anesthesiology

    Is Dr. Wehling board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Merlin Wehling, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Wehling speak?

    Dr. Wehling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wehling treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wehling 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. Wehling. 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:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    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

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Does Dr. Wehling accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wehling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (308) 224-2062 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wehling accept in Kearney, NE?

    Dr. Wehling in Kearney, NE 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wehling's office located?

    Dr. Merlin Wehling's Primary Practice

    816 22nd Ave Ste 100

    Kearney, NE 68845

    (308) 224-2062

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    What is Dr. Wehling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wehling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023122272.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wehling?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wehling

    What is Dr. Merlin Wehling's specialty?

    Dr. Wehling is a Anesthesiologist near Kearney, NE. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Wehling to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Merlin Wehling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wehling is affiliated with Bryan Health Kearney Regional 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 Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Merlin Wehling accepting new patients in Kearney, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Merlin Wehling is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Merlin Wehling offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wehling's office at (308) 224-2062 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Merlin Wehling?

    Please contact Dr. Wehling's office at (308) 224-2062 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Merlin Wehling have?

    Dr. Merlin Wehling is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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