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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mercadel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Robert Mercadel, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Slidell, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mercadel graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Louisiana State University Program. Dr. Mercadel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mercadel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mercadel’s office at (985) 649-8542.
Where did Dr. Mercadel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Louisiana State University Program
Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mercadel speak?
Dr. Mercadel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mercadel typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mercadel 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. Mercadel. 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:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Hypertensive Urgency
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mercadel typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Mercadel may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Mercadel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mercadel accept my insurance?
Dr. Mercadel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 649-8542 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mercadel accept in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Mercadel in Slidell, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mercadel's office located?
What is Dr. Mercadel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mercadel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679689434.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mercadel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mercadel
What is Dr. Robert Mercadel's specialty?
Dr. Mercadel is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Slidell, LA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Robert Mercadel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mercadel is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Memorial Hospital Stone County, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Mercadel accepting new patients in Slidell, LA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Mercadel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Mercadel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mercadel's office at (985) 649-8542 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Mercadel?
Please contact Dr. Mercadel's office at (985) 649-8542 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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