Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merkel, Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Peter Merkel, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Merkel graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital Program. Dr. Merkel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merkel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merkel’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Merkel?
Dr. Peter Merkel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Merkel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Scleroderma, Vasculitis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Merkel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Merkel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Merkel speak?
Dr. Merkel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Merkel treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Merkel 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. Merkel. 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:
- Vasculitis
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) without kidney problems
- Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA)
- Artery Inflammation
- Takayasu Arteritis
- Giant cell arteritis
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) with kidney problems
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
- Eosinophilic Disorder
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Blood Vessel Inflammation
- ANCA Vasculitis
- Angiitis
- Wegener's without kidney involvement
- Non-renal GPA
- Localized GPA
- Churg-Strauss syndrome
- Allergic granulomatosis
- Churg-Strauss vasculitis
- Arteritis
- Vascular Inflammation
- Aortic Arch Syndrome
- Pulseless Disease
- Large Vessel Vasculitis
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
- Wegener's with kidney involvement
- Renal GPA
- GPA kidney disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7782: Antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody [ANCA] vasculitis
- M3130: Wegener's granulomatosis without renal involvement
- M301: Polyarteritis with lung involvement [Churg-Strauss]
- I776: Arteritis, unspecified
- M314: Aortic arch syndrome [Takayasu]
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
- M3131: Wegener's granulomatosis with renal involvement
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Behcet's Syndrome
- Behçet disease
- Behçet disease', 'Silk Road disease', 'Behcet's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M352: Behcet's disease
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Relapsing Polychondritis
- Cartilage Disorder
- Polychondritis
- Inflammation of cartilage
- Systemic chondromalacia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M941: Relapsing polychondritis
Which procedures does Dr. Merkel perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Peter Merkel may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Merkel's office.
Does Dr. Merkel accept my insurance?
Dr. Merkel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merkel accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Merkel in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Merkel's office located?
What is Dr. Merkel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437136173.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merkel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merkel
What is Dr. Peter Merkel's specialty?
Dr. Merkel is a Rheumatologist near Philadelphia, PA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Merkel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peter Merkel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merkel is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania 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
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Is Peter Merkel accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Merkel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Merkel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merkel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Merkel?
Please contact Dr. Merkel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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