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Dr. Mwanasha Merrill, MD

Berkeley, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Merrill, Internist in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Mwanasha Merrill, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Merrill is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merrill’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merrill’s office at (617) 667-7000.

    What languages does Dr. Merrill speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Merrill typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Merrill 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. Merrill. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
    • Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
    • Lymphoma
    • DLBCL
    • Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
    • Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
    • Lymphatic Cancer
    • Lymphosarcoma
    • NHL

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
    • C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
    • C8590: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Nodular Sclerosis Hodgkin Lymphoma (Multiple Lymph Nodes)
    • Hodgkin Lymphoma
    • NSHL widespread
    • Nodular sclerosing Hodgkin's disease in many lymph nodes
    • Hodgkin's Disease
    • Hodgkin's Lymphoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C8118: Nodular sclerosis Hodgkin lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
    • C8196: Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, intrapelvic lymph nodes
    • C8198: Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, lymph nodes of multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
    • CLL
    • B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphocytic leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Merrill typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Mwanasha Merrill may include:

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

    Does Dr. Merrill accept my insurance?

    Dr. Merrill accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 667-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Merrill accept in Berkeley, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Merrill's office located?

    Dr. Mwanasha Merrill's Primary Practice

    3100 San Pablo Ave

    Berkeley, CA 94702

    (617) 667-7000

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    Dr. Mwanasha Merrill's Practice 2

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    Dr. Mwanasha Merrill's Practice 3

    2330 Post St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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

    Dr. Merrill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245724962.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merrill?

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

    What is Dr. Mwanasha Merrill's specialty?

    Dr. Merrill is a Internist near Berkeley, CA.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Mwanasha Merrill affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Merrill is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Renown Regional Medical Center, Ucsf Health St. Mary's 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Mwanasha Merrill accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mwanasha Merrill is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mwanasha Merrill offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Merrill's office at (617) 667-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mwanasha Merrill?

    Please contact Dr. Merrill's office at (617) 667-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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