Who is Dr. Vemury, Internist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Merlyn Vemury, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vemury graduated from Universidad AutÛnoma de Chihuahua Facultad de Medicina and completed her residency at Franklin Square Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vemury is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vemury’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vemury’s office at (301) 593-7792.
Where did Dr. Vemury go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Franklin Square Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Auto De Ciudad Juarez, Esc De Med, Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua | Universidad AutÛnoma de Chihuahua Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Vemury board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Merlyn Vemury, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vemury speak?
Dr. Vemury and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vemury treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Vemury 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. Vemury. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Wasting
- Muscle Disorder
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
- Muscle atrophy
- Muscle loss
- Muscle shrinkage
- Weak muscles
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
- M62521: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, right upper arm
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Vemury perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Merlyn Vemury may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vemury's office.
Does Dr. Vemury accept my insurance?
Dr. Vemury accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 593-7792 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vemury accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Vemury in Silver Spring, 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
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vemury's office located?
Dr. Merlyn Vemury's Primary Practice
9801 Georgia Ave Ste 227
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 593-7792
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Merlyn Vemury an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Vemury has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Vemury, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Vemury's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vemury's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790842540.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vemury?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vemury
What is Dr. Merlyn Vemury's specialty?
Dr. Vemury is a Internist near Silver Spring, MD.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Vemury to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Merlyn Vemury affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vemury is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Merlyn Vemury accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. Merlyn Vemury is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merlyn Vemury offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vemury's office at (301) 593-7792 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merlyn Vemury?
Please contact Dr. Vemury's office at (301) 593-7792 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Merlyn Vemury have?
Dr. Merlyn Vemury is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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