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Who is Dr. Merriman, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Joseph Merriman, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Merriman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merriman’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merriman’s office at (615) 312-3333.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Merriman?
Dr. Joseph Merriman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Merriman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Genitourinary Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville/TN community, Dr. Merriman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Merriman speak?
Dr. Merriman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Merriman treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Merriman 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. Merriman. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency
- Iron
- Malnutrition
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E611: Iron deficiency
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Descending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C186: Malignant neoplasm of descending colon
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Spread
- Lung Cancer
- Metastatic Lung Cancer
- Secondary Lung Tumor
- Lung Metastasis
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7800: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
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
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count from Chemotherapy
- Blood Disorder
- Chemotherapy-induced agranulocytosis
- Neutropenia from cancer treatment
- Severe white blood cell deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D701: Agranulocytosis secondary to cancer chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Which procedures does Dr. Merriman perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Merriman may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Merriman's office.
Does Dr. Merriman accept my insurance?
Dr. Merriman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 312-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merriman accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Merriman in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Merriman's office located?
Dr. Joseph Merriman's Primary Practice
2004 Hayes St Ste 350
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 312-3333
What is Dr. Merriman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merriman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669714226.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merriman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merriman
What is Dr. Joseph Merriman's specialty?
Dr. Merriman is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Nashville, TN. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Merriman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Merriman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Merriman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown. 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 Joseph Merriman accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Merriman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Merriman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merriman's office at (615) 312-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Merriman?
Please contact Dr. Merriman's office at (615) 312-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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