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Dr. Robert Merritt, MD

Otolaryngologist, Otolaryngic Allergist, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

Winter Haven, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Merritt, Otolaryngologist in Winter Haven, FL?

    Dr. Robert Merritt, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Winter Haven, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Merritt completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Otolaryngology. Dr. Merritt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merritt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merritt’s office at (863) 299-1251.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Otolaryngology

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med

    Is Dr. Merritt board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Merritt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Merritt speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Merritt typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Merritt 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. Merritt. 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:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergy
    • Chronic allergy symptoms
    • Allergic reactions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Outer Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Externa
    • Ear Canal Infection
    • External Ear Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H608X3: Other otitis externa, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Merritt typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Merritt 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. Merritt. 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:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Partial Ethmoid Sinus Surgery with Endoscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery
    • Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
    • Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
    • Anterior Ethmoidectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
    • 31254: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; partial (anterior)

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Nasal Turbinate
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Inferior Turbinate Excision
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30130: Excision inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
    • Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
    • Vocal Cord Exam
    • Throat Scope with Strobe Light
    • Voice Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy

    Also known as:

    • Tympanometry
    • Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Test
    • Hearing Tests for Adults
    • Hearing Tests for Children
    • Impedance Audiometry
    • Middle Ear Test
    • Ear Pressure Test
    • Full Audiometry Test
    • Speech Recognition Test
    • Hearing Threshold Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92567: Tympanometry (impedance testing)
    • 92557: Comprehensive audiometry threshold evaluation and speech recognition (92553 and 92556 combined)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Lip Cancer Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Does Dr. Merritt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Merritt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (863) 299-1251 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Merritt accept in Winter Haven, FL?

    Dr. Merritt in Winter Haven, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Merritt's office located?

    Dr. Robert Merritt's Primary Practice

    160 E Lake Howard Dr

    Winter Haven, FL 33881

    (863) 299-1251

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    What hospitals are Dr. Merritt affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Merritt has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Adventhealth Heart Of Florida,Davenport, FL
    Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center,Lakeland, FL
    Winter Haven Hospital,Winter Haven, FL
    Adventhealth Sebring,Sebring, FL
    Bartow Regional Medical Center,Bartow, FL

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

    Dr. Merritt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528086717.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merritt?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Merritt's specialty?

    Dr. Merritt is an Otolaryngologist near Winter Haven, FL.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.

    Is Dr. Robert Merritt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Merritt is affiliated with Orlando Health South Lake Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Robert Merritt accepting new patients in Winter Haven, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Merritt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Merritt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (863) 299-1251 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Merritt?

    Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (863) 299-1251 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Merritt's office located?

    Dr. Merritt's office is located in Winter Haven, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Merritt have?

    Dr. Robert Merritt is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.