Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merz, Surgeon in Kearney, NE?
Where did Dr. Merz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Spartanburg Reg Hlthcare Sys | Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Program
Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Merz speak?
Dr. Merz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Merz typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Merz 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. Merz. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Benign Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous colon growth
- Colon adenoma
- Benign colon tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Merz typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Merz 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. Merz. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Merz accept my insurance?
Dr. Merz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (308) 865-2141 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merz accept in Kearney, NE?
Dr. Merz in Kearney, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Wichita Preferred Provider Association
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Where is Dr. Merz's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Merz affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Merz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Merz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750465548.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merz