Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merrill, Ophthalmologist in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Kevin Merrill, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Santa Clara, CA. Dr. Merrill graduated from University of California and completed his residency at U.C. Davis Medical Center. Dr. Merrill is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merrill’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merrill’s office at (408) 851-1000.
Where did Dr. Merrill go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Oregon Health & Sciences University School of Medicine
Residency: U.C. Davis Medical Center
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Merrill speak?
Dr. Merrill and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Merrill typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Merrill 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. Merrill. 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:
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Esotropia
- Walleye
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Inward Turning Eye
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Vision Loss in One Eye
- Reduced Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53001: Unspecified amblyopia, right eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Merrill typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Merrill 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. Merrill. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
Does Dr. Merrill accept my insurance?
Dr. Merrill accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 851-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merrill accept in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Merrill in Santa Clara, CA 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)
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merrill's office located?
Dr. Kevin Merrill's Primary Practice
710 Lawrence Expy
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 851-1000
What is Dr. Merrill's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merrill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952440661.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merrill?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merrill
What is Dr. Kevin Merrill's specialty?
Dr. Merrill is a Ophthalmologist near Santa Clara, CA.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.
Is this Dr. Kevin Merrill affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merrill is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Kevin Merrill accepting new patients in Santa Clara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Merrill is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Merrill offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merrill's office at (408) 851-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Merrill?
Please contact Dr. Merrill's office at (408) 851-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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