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Dr. Virginia Merritt, MD

Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Psychiatrist

Framingham, MA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    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:

    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

    • Baystate Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • 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

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    Dr. Virginia Merritt's Practice 2

    258 Main St

    Sturbridge, MA 01566

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    What is Dr. Merritt's NPI number?A 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 Dr. Virginia Merritt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Child & Adolescent 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Virginia Merritt?

    Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (508) 872-4813 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Merritt's office located?

    Dr. Merritt's offices are located in Framingham, MA and Sturbridge, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Virginia Merritt have?

    Dr. Virginia Merritt is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.