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Dr. Helen Merritt, MD
Dallas, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merritt, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Helen Merritt, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Merritt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merritt’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merritt’s office at (214) 369-0555.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Merritt?
Dr. Helen Merritt, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Merritt empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eyelid/Tear Duct Disorders, Oculoplastic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Dallas/TX community, Dr. Merritt is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Merritt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Merritt speak?
Dr. Merritt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Merritt treat?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Merritt 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. Merritt. 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.
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Droopy Eyelid
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- G245: Blepharospasm
- H02422: Myogenic ptosis of left eyelid
Also known as:
- Drooping Eyebrows in Both Eyes
- Eyelid Disorder
- Bilateral Brow Ptosis
- Sagging Eyebrows Both Sides
- Eyebrow Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H57813: Brow ptosis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Blockage
- Tears
- Blocked tear duct
- Nasolacrimal duct obstruction
- Tear drainage blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04223: Epiphora due to insufficient drainage, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Merritt perform?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Merritt 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. Merritt. 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.
Also known as:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair
- Ptosis Repair (Fasanella-Servat Type)
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Eyelid Corner Reconstruction (Canthoplasty)
- Chalazion Removal
- Eyelid Lesion Removal and Repair
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
- Ptosis Repair
- Blepharoptosis Correction
- Levator Resection for Ptosis
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
- Canthoplasty
- Eyelid corner repair
- Eye shape surgery
- Reconstructive eyelid surgery
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
- Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 67903: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, internal approach
- 67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
- 67950: Canthoplasty (reconstruction of canthus)
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
- 67961: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; up to one-fourth of lid margin
Also known as:
- Conjunctiva Repair with Graft
- Conjunctival Grafting
- Eye Surface Reconstruction
- Extensive Conjunctivoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 68320: Conjunctivoplasty; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Bypass Surgery (DCR)
- Dacryocystorhinostomy
- Blocked Tear Duct Surgery
- Lacrimal Sac to Nasal Cavity Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 68720: Dacryocystorhinostomy (fistulization of lacrimal sac to nasal cavity)
Also known as:
- Eye Removal with Implant
- Tear Duct Opening Procedure
- Ocular Enucleation
- Artificial Eye Implant
- Eye Prosthesis Surgery
- Lacrimal Punctum Incision
- Punctal Dilation
- Blocked Tear Duct Opening
- Tear Duct Snip
CPT Codes:
- 65105: Enucleation of eye; with implant, muscles attached to implant
- 68440: Snip incision of lacrimal punctum
Also known as:
- Eye Socket Lesion Removal
- Orbitotomy
- Orbital Tumor Removal
- Eye Socket Growth Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67412: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of lesion
Also known as:
- Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
- Trichiasis Epilation
- Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
- Ingrown Eyelash Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only
Also known as:
- Drooping Brow Repair
- Brow Lift
- Forehead Lift
- Ptosis Repair (Brow)
CPT Codes:
- 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Also known as:
- Anterior Ethmoidectomy
- Intranasal ethmoidectomy
- Ethmoid sinus surgery
- Frontal ethmoidectomy
- Nasal sinus surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31200: Ethmoidectomy; intranasal, anterior
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
- Facial Skin Graft
- Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
- Full Thickness Graft for Face
- Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
CPT Codes:
- 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Merritt accept my insurance?
Dr. Merritt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 369-0555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merritt accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Merritt in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Merritt's office located?
Dr. Helen Merritt's Primary Practice
8230 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 508
Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 369-0555
What is Dr. Merritt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merritt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790075927.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merritt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merritt
What is Dr. Helen Merritt's specialty?
Dr. Merritt is a Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Dallas, TX. A physician specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery. This subspecialty involves both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose, and treat conditions affecting the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems, and the surrounding structures of the face and neck. Contact Dr. Merritt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Helen Merritt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merritt is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas 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 Helen Merritt accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Helen Merritt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Helen Merritt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (214) 369-0555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Helen Merritt?
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