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Dr. Merrie Cousins, DO

Pediatrician

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Cousins, Pediatrician in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Merrie Cousins, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Cousins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cousins’s office at (412) 563-6151.

    What languages does Dr. Cousins speak?

    Dr. Cousins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cousins typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Cousins 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. Cousins. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Speech Problems
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Unspecified speech issues
    • Speech difficulties
    • Communication problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4789: Other speech disturbances

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cousins typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Cousins 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. Cousins. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Cousins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cousins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 563-6151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cousins accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Cousins in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

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    Where is Dr. Cousins' office located?

    Dr. Merrie Cousins' Primary Practice

    603 Washington Rd Ste 300

    Pittsburgh, PA 15228

    (412) 563-6151

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    What is Dr. Cousins's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cousins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154655694.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cousins?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cousins

    What is Dr. Merrie Cousins's specialty?

    Dr. Cousins is a Pediatrician near Pittsburgh, PA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Merrie Cousins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Cousins 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Merrie Cousins accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Merrie Cousins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Merrie Cousins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cousins' office at (412) 563-6151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Merrie Cousins?

    Please contact Dr. Cousins' office at (412) 563-6151 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cousins' office located?

    Dr. Cousins' office is located in Pittsburgh, PA.