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Who is Dr. Mercier, Neurosurgeon in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Philippe Mercier, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mercier completed his residency at University of Calgary Medical School. Dr. Mercier is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mercier’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mercier’s office at (314) 577-5306.
Where did Dr. Mercier go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Tennessee, College of Medicine
Residency: University of Calgary Medical School
Medical School: University of Saskatchewan
What languages does Dr. Mercier speak?
Dr. Mercier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Mercier treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Mercier 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. Mercier. 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
- CSF Shunt
- Ventricular Shunt
- Hydrocephalus Device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Does Dr. Mercier accept my insurance?
Dr. Mercier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 577-5306 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mercier accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Mercier in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mercier's office located?
Dr. Philippe Mercier's Primary Practice
6420 Clayton Rd Fl 1
Saint Louis, MO 63117
(314) 577-5306
What is Dr. Mercier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mercier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053710160.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mercier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mercier
What is Dr. Philippe Mercier's specialty?
Dr. Mercier is a Neurosurgeon near Saint Louis, MO. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Mercier to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Philippe Mercier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mercier is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Philippe Mercier accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Philippe Mercier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philippe Mercier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mercier's office at (314) 577-5306 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philippe Mercier?
Please contact Dr. Mercier's office at (314) 577-5306 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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