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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merine, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Kendra Merine, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Merine is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merine’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merine’s office at (305) 866-9951.
What languages does Dr. Merine speak?
Dr. Merine and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Merine typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Merine 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. Merine. 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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
- Bedsore
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89152: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 2
- L89614: Pressure ulcer of right heel, stage 4
- L89610: Pressure ulcer of right heel, unstageable
- L89150: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unstageable
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Open Sore on Buttock
- Skin Wound on Buttock
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity
- L98419: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with unspecified severity
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Merine typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Merine 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. Merine. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Merine accept my insurance?
Dr. Merine accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 866-9951 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merine accept in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Merine in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Jefferson Health
Johns Hopkins Health System
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Merine's office located?
Dr. Kendra Merine's Primary Practice
10320 Little Patuxent Pkwy Ste 200
Columbia, MD 21044
(305) 866-9951
What is Dr. Merine's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548414949.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merine?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merine
What is Dr. Kendra Merine's specialty?
Dr. Merine is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbia, MD.
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 this Dr. Kendra Merine affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merine is affiliated with Calverthealth Medical Center, Medstar St. Mary's 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
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Is Kendra Merine accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?
Yes, Dr. Kendra Merine is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kendra Merine offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merine's office at (305) 866-9951 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kendra Merine?
Please contact Dr. Merine's office at (305) 866-9951 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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