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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merugu, Psychiatrist in Travelers Rest, SC?
Dr. Jaya Merugu, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Travelers Rest, SC. Dr. Merugu is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merugu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merugu’s office at (803) 641-5900.
What languages does Dr. Merugu speak?
Dr. Merugu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Merugu typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Merugu 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. Merugu. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Merugu typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Jaya Merugu may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Merugu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merugu accept my insurance?
Dr. Merugu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 641-5900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merugu accept in Travelers Rest, SC?
Dr. Merugu in Travelers Rest, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merugu's office located?
Dr. Jaya Merugu's Primary Practice
1 Havenwood Ln
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
(803) 641-5900
What is Dr. Merugu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merugu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093979809.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merugu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merugu
What is Dr. Jaya Merugu's specialty?
Dr. Merugu is a Psychiatrist near Travelers Rest, SC.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jaya Merugu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merugu is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Jaya Merugu accepting new patients in Travelers Rest, SC?
Yes, Dr. Jaya Merugu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jaya Merugu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merugu's office at (803) 641-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jaya Merugu?
Please contact Dr. Merugu's office at (803) 641-5900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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