Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merrell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Denver, CO?
Dr. Kevin Merrell is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Merrell graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons, completed his residency at Denver Hlth Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine, and is currently affiliated with Porter Adventist Hospital. Dr. Merrell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merrell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merrell’s office at (303) 436-6000.
Where did Dr. Merrell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Denver Hlth Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Denver Health Med Center | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Merrell board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Merrell is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Merrell speak?
Dr. Merrell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Merrell typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Merrell 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. Merrell. 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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Novel Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Merrell typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kevin Merrell 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. Merrell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merrell accept my insurance?
Dr. Merrell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 436-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merrell accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Merrell in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merrell's office located?
What is Dr. Merrell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merrell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407897051.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merrell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merrell
What is Dr. Kevin Merrell's specialty?
Dr. Merrell is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Denver, CO.
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. Kevin Merrell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merrell is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm, Meritus Health, Mountainview Regional Medical Center, Upmc Harrisburg 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kevin Merrell accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Merrell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Merrell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merrell's office at (303) 436-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Merrell?
Please contact Dr. Merrell's office at (303) 436-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin Merrell have?
Dr. Kevin Merrell is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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