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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merz, Hematologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Lauren Merz, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Merz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merz’s office at (617) 732-5500.
What languages does Dr. Merz speak?
Dr. Merz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematologist like Dr. Merz typically treat?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Merz 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. Merz. 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.
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- High Platelet Count
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- Thrombocytosis
- Elevated platelet count
- Too many platelets
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D75839: Thrombocytosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency
- Iron
- Malnutrition
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E611: Iron deficiency
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
What procedures does a Hematologist like Dr. Merz typically perform?
As a Hematologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Merz 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
Please contact Dr. Merz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merz accept my insurance?
Dr. Merz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merz accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Merz in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
McLaren Health Care
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merz's office located?
What is Dr. Merz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073176939.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merz
What is Dr. Lauren Merz's specialty?
Dr. Merz is a Hematologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Hematologist do?
An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma.
Is this Dr. Lauren Merz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merz is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Mymichigan Medical Center Midland, Chelsea 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 a Hematologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lauren Merz accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Merz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Merz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merz's office at (617) 732-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Merz?
Please contact Dr. Merz's office at (617) 732-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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