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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merkel, Podiatrist in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Zachary Merkel is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH. Dr. Merkel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merkel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merkel’s office at (614) 239-9444.
What languages does Dr. Merkel speak?
Dr. Merkel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Merkel typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg artery disease
- PAD in both legs
- Atherosclerosis of both legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
Also known as:
- Congenital Flatfoot
- Birth Defects
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pes Planus at Birth
- Flat Feet (Congenital)
- Congenital Pes Planus
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6651: Congenital pes planus, right foot
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Merkel typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Merkel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Routine Nail Trimming
- Medical Nail Care
- Podiatric Nail Trimming
- Foot Nail Clipping
- Therapeutic Nail Trimming
CPT Codes:
- 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Does Dr. Merkel accept my insurance?
Dr. Merkel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 239-9444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merkel accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Merkel in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Merkel's office located?
Dr. Zachary Merkel's Primary Practice
3255 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 239-9444
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 1750919254.
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. Zachary Merkel's specialty?
Dr. Merkel is a Podiatrist near Columbus, OH.
What does a Podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
Is this Dr. Zachary Merkel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merkel is affiliated with Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Ohiohealth Riverside Methodist 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 Zachary Merkel accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. Zachary Merkel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zachary Merkel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merkel's office at (614) 239-9444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zachary Merkel?
Please contact Dr. Merkel's office at (614) 239-9444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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