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Dr. Elliot Merin, MD

Arlington, VA

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Merin, Psychiatrist in Arlington, VA?

    Dr. Elliot Merin, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Arlington, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Merin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merin’s office at (703) 812-4642.

    What languages does Dr. Merin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Merin typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Merin 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. Merin. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Mild Recurrent Major Depression
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Mild chronic depression
    • Mild recurring depression
    • Mild depressive episodes
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
    • F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Does Dr. Merin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Merin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 812-4642 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Merin accept in Arlington, VA?

    Dr. Merin in Arlington, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • AmeriBen

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Merin's office located?

    Dr. Elliot Merin also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Elliot Merin's Primary Practice

    801 N Quincy St Ste 601

    Arlington, VA 22203

    (703) 812-4642

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    Dr. Elliot Merin's Practice 2

    604 S Frederick Ave Ste 211

    Gaithersburg, MD 20877

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    Dr. Elliot Merin's Practice 3

    4520 East West Hwy Ste 775

    Bethesda, MD 20814

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Elliot Merin?

    Dr. Merin has appointments available at his Arlington, VA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Merin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346745189.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merin?

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

    What is Dr. Elliot Merin's specialty?

    Dr. Merin is a Psychiatrist near Arlington, VA.

    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. Elliot Merin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Merin is affiliated with Stonesprings Hospital Center, Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, Hca Henrico Doctors' Hospital 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 a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Elliot Merin accepting new patients in Arlington, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Elliot Merin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elliot Merin offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Merin, or call (703) 812-4642 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Elliot Merin?

    Yes, Dr. Merin offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Merin, or call (703) 812-4642 for more information.

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