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37 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Merritt, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Framingham, MA?
Dr. Virginia Merritt, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Framingham, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Merritt graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed her residency at W C Gaebler Children'S Ctr, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Merritt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merritt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merritt’s office at (508) 872-4813.
Where did Dr. Merritt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: W C Gaebler Children'S Ctr, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | W C GAEBLER CHILDRENS CENTER
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Merritt board certified as a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Virginia Merritt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Merritt speak?
Dr. Merritt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Merritt typically treat?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Merritt 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. Merritt. 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 Depression in Partial Remission
- Recurrent Major Depression in Full Remission
- Depression
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
- Chronic depression in full remission
- Full recovery from recurring depression
- Depression well-managed
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
- F3342: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
What procedures does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Merritt typically perform?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Virginia Merritt may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Merritt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merritt accept my insurance?
Dr. Merritt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 872-4813 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merritt accept in Framingham, MA?
Dr. Merritt in Framingham, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Merritt's office located?
Dr. Virginia Merritt's Primary Practice
63 Fountain St Ste 402
Framingham, MA 01702
(508) 872-4813
What is Dr. Merritt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merritt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891804555.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merritt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merritt
What is Dr. Virginia Merritt's specialty?
Dr. Merritt is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near Framingham, MA.
What does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist do?
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the unique developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents. Practitioners in this field undergo advanced training to diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders specific to these formative years.
Is this Dr. Virginia Merritt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Merritt is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Virginia Merritt accepting new patients in Framingham, MA?
Yes, Dr. Virginia Merritt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Virginia Merritt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (508) 872-4813 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Virginia Merritt?
Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (508) 872-4813 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Virginia Merritt have?
Dr. Virginia Merritt is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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