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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mergo, Internist in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Paul Mergo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Mergo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mergo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mergo’s office at (803) 791-2365.
What languages does Dr. Mergo speak?
Dr. Mergo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mergo treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Mergo 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. Mergo. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Unspecified Breast Disorder
- Other Specific Breast Disorder
- Breast Disease
- General breast problem
- Breast condition not specified
- Undiagnosed breast issue
- Various breast conditions
- Miscellaneous breast ailments
- Specific breast problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N649: Disorder of breast, unspecified
- N6489: Other specified disorders of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Fibrocystic Breast Changes
- Breast Disease
- Cystic breasts
- Fibrocystic disease
- Lumpy breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6012: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of left breast
Also known as:
- Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Breast calcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R921: Mammographic calcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
Which procedures does Dr. Mergo perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Paul Mergo 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. Mergo's office.
Does Dr. Mergo accept my insurance?
Dr. Mergo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 791-2365 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mergo accept in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Mergo in West Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mergo's office located?
Dr. Paul Mergo's Primary Practice
2720 Sunset Blvd
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 791-2365
What is Dr. Mergo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mergo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093249617.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mergo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mergo
What is Dr. Paul Mergo's specialty?
Dr. Mergo is a Internist near West Columbia, SC.
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. Mergo to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Paul Mergo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mergo is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center 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 Paul Mergo accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Paul Mergo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Mergo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mergo's office at (803) 791-2365 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Mergo?
Please contact Dr. Mergo's office at (803) 791-2365 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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