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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merino, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. David Merino, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Merino is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merino’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merino’s office at (206) 782-2700.
What languages does Dr. Merino speak?
Dr. Merino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Merino treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Merino 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. Merino. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alcohol Intoxication
- Alcohol
- Alcohol poisoning
- Acute alcohol intoxication
- Being drunk
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10929: Alcohol use, unspecified with intoxication, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic
Which procedures does Dr. Merino perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Merino 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. Merino's office.
Does Dr. Merino accept my insurance?
Dr. Merino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 782-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merino accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Merino in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
Centene
Community Health Plan of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Merino's office located?
What is Dr. Merino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063724037.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merino
What is Dr. David Merino's specialty?
Dr. Merino is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Seattle, WA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Merino to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Merino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merino is affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus, Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 David Merino accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. David Merino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Merino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merino's office at (206) 782-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Merino?
Please contact Dr. Merino's office at (206) 782-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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