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Dr. Matthew Merritt

Dr. Matthew Merritt

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bethlehem, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Merritt, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bethlehem, PA?

    Dr. Matthew Merritt is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA. Dr. Merritt graduated from Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Merritt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merritt’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merritt’s office at (610) 954-4903.

    Where did Dr. Merritt go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Merritt speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Merritt typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Merritt typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Merritt may include:

    Please contact Dr. Merritt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Merritt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Merritt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 954-4903 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Merritt accept in Bethlehem, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Merritt's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Merritt's Primary Practice

    801 Ostrum St

    Bethlehem, PA 18015

    (610) 954-4903

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    What is Dr. Merritt's NPI number?A 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 1457641995.

    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. Matthew Merritt's specialty?

    Dr. Merritt is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bethlehem, PA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Matthew Merritt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Merritt is affiliated with Unc Health Johnston Clayton, Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Cary Hospital, Unc Health Rex, Duke University 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Matthew Merritt accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Merritt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Merritt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (610) 954-4903 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Merritt?

    Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (610) 954-4903 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Merritt's office located?

    Dr. Merritt's office is located in Bethlehem, PA.