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Dr. Kenneth Merchant, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Glendale, AZ

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Merchant, Family Medicine Specialist in Glendale, AZ?

    Dr. Kenneth Merchant, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Glendale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Merchant completed his residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Medicine; Univ Of Ne Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Geisinger Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Merchant is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merchant’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merchant’s office at (480) 963-1853.

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

    • Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Medicine; Univ Of Ne Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Geisinger Med Ctr, General Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Merchant speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Merchant typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Merchant 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. Merchant. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Merchant typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Merchant may include:

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

    Does Dr. Merchant accept my insurance?

    Dr. Merchant accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 963-1853 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Merchant accept in Glendale, AZ?

    Dr. Merchant in Glendale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of Utah

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    Where is Dr. Merchant's office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Merchant's Primary Practice

    6677 W Thunderbird Rd Ste C142

    Glendale, AZ 85306

    (480) 963-1853

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    Dr. Kenneth Merchant's Practice 2

    5025 N Central Ave Ste 365

    Phoenix, AZ 85012

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    Dr. Kenneth Merchant's Practice 3

    1343 N Alma School Rd Ste 205

    Chandler, AZ 85224

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

    Dr. Merchant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669621546.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merchant?

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

    What is Dr. Kenneth Merchant's specialty?

    Dr. Merchant is a Family Medicine Specialist near Glendale, AZ.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Kenneth Merchant affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Merchant is affiliated with Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Kenneth Merchant accepting new patients in Glendale, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Merchant is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Merchant offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Merchant's office at (480) 963-1853 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kenneth Merchant?

    Please contact Dr. Merchant's office at (480) 963-1853 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Merchant's office located?

    Dr. Merchant's offices are located in Glendale, AZ, Phoenix, AZ, and Chandler, AZ.