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Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill, DO

Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill, DO

Albany, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fish-Merrill, Hospitalist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Fish-Merrill graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Fish-Merrill is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fish-Merrill’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fish-Merrill’s office at (518) 525-1550.

    Where did Dr. Fish-Merrill go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of New England / Main Campus | University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Fish-Merrill board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fish-Merrill speak?

    Dr. Fish-Merrill and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fish-Merrill treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Fish-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. Fish-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.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • A4189: Other specified sepsis

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    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:

    • Acute Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
    • Acute Pancreas Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Fish-Merrill perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fish-Merrill's office.

    Does Dr. Fish-Merrill accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fish-Merrill accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 525-1550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fish-Merrill accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Fish-Merrill in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CDPHP

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

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    Where is Dr. Fish-Merrill's office located?

    Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill's Primary Practice

    315 S Manning Blvd

    Albany, NY 12208

    (518) 525-1550

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    Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill's Practice 2

    2215 Burdett Ave

    Troy, NY 12180

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    Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill's Practice 3

    1300 Massachusetts Ave

    Troy, NY 12180

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

    Dr. Fish-Merrill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265689798.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fish-Merrill?

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

    What is Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill's specialty?

    Dr. Fish-Merrill is a Hospitalist near Albany, NY. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Fish-Merrill to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fish-Merrill is affiliated with St. Peter's Health Regional 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Erica Fish-Merrill accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fish-Merrill's office at (518) 525-1550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erica Fish-Merrill?

    Please contact Dr. Fish-Merrill's office at (518) 525-1550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill have?

    Dr. Erica Fish-Merrill is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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