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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merelman, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Andrew Merelman, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Merelman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merelman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merelman’s office at (505) 272-5062.
What languages does Dr. Merelman speak?
Dr. Merelman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Merelman typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Merelman 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. Merelman. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Merelman typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Merelman 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. Merelman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merelman accept my insurance?
Dr. Merelman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-5062 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merelman accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Merelman in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merelman's office located?
1 University Of New Mexico
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
(505) 272-5062
What is Dr. Merelman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356082663.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merelman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merelman
What is Dr. Andrew Merelman's specialty?
Dr. Merelman is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM.
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. Andrew Merelman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merelman is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center 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
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Is Andrew Merelman accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Merelman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Merelman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merelman's office at (505) 272-5062 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Merelman?
Please contact Dr. Merelman's office at (505) 272-5062 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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