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Dr. Christopher Merritt, MD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merritt, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Christopher Merritt, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Merritt graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Merritt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merritt’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merritt’s office at (401) 444-4000.
Where did Dr. Merritt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Merritt board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Merritt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Merritt speak?
Dr. Merritt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Merritt treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Conduct Disorder
- Child Behavior Disorder
- Childhood behavioral problems
- Disruptive behavior disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F919: Conduct disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Wheezing
- Breathing Problems
- Whistling breath
- Wheezy breathing
- Asthmatic breathing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R062: Wheezing
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Merritt perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Merritt may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Merritt's office.
Does Dr. Merritt accept my insurance?
Dr. Merritt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 444-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merritt accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Merritt in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Boston Medical Center
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Merritt's office located?
Dr. Christopher Merritt's Primary Practice
960 Massachusetts Ave Ste 2
Boston, MA 02118
(401) 444-4000
What is Dr. Merritt's NPI number?An 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 1174660211.
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. Christopher Merritt's specialty?
Dr. Merritt is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Merritt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Merritt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merritt is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, Boston Medical Center, South County Hospital Campus 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
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Is Christopher Merritt accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Merritt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Merritt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (401) 444-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Merritt?
Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (401) 444-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Merritt have?
Dr. Christopher Merritt is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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