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Dr. Oleg Merzlikin, MD

Surgeon

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Merzlikin, Surgeon in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Oleg Merzlikin, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Merzlikin is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merzlikin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merzlikin’s office at (510) 204-8168.

    What languages does Dr. Merzlikin speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Merzlikin typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Merzlikin 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. Merzlikin. 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:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
    • Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
    • Early Appendicitis with Infection
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
    • Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
    • Complicated Appendicitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Merzlikin typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Oleg Merzlikin may include:

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

    Does Dr. Merzlikin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Merzlikin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 204-8168 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Merzlikin accept in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Merzlikin in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Merzlikin's office located?

    Dr. Oleg Merzlikin's Primary Practice

    350 Hawthorne Ave Rm 2346

    Oakland, CA 94609

    (510) 204-8168

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    Dr. Oleg Merzlikin's Practice 2

    325 Distel Cir

    Los Altos, CA 94022

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    Dr. Oleg Merzlikin's Practice 3

    2450 Ashby Ave Rm 5505

    Berkeley, CA 94705

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    What hospitals are Dr. Merzlikin affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Merzlikin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA

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

    Dr. Merzlikin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568760643.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merzlikin?

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

    What is Dr. Oleg Merzlikin's specialty?

    Dr. Merzlikin is a Surgeon near Oakland, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Oleg Merzlikin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Merzlikin is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Sutter Tracy Community 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 Dr. Oleg Merzlikin accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Oleg Merzlikin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Oleg Merzlikin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Merzlikin's office at (510) 204-8168 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Oleg Merzlikin?

    Please contact Dr. Merzlikin's office at (510) 204-8168 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Merzlikin's office located?

    Dr. Merzlikin's offices are located in Oakland, CA, Los Altos, CA, and Berkeley, CA.