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Dr. Brian Mercer, MD

Rockville Centre, NY

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mercer, Orthopedic Surgeon in Rockville Centre, NY?

    Dr. Brian Mercer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rockville Centre, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mercer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mercer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mercer’s office at (212) 241-8947.

    Where did Dr. Mercer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mercer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Mercer treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Mercer 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. Mercer. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
    • Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Spasms
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Muscle cramps
    • Involuntary muscle contractions
    • Muscle twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62838: Other muscle spasm

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Disc Disease
    • Neck Disc Problems
    • Slipped Disc in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5090: Cervical disc disorder, unspecified, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Disc Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Intervertebral Disc Disease
    • Back Disc Problems
    • Spinal Disc Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M519: Unspecified thoracic, thoracolumbar and lumbosacral intervertebral disc disorder

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Back Muscle Spasm
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Back Muscle Cramp
    • Spasms in Back
    • Lower Back Spasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62830: Muscle spasm of back

    What procedures does Dr. Mercer perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Mercer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mercer. 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:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Neck Spinal Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Cervical Interbody Fusion
    • Anterior Cervical Fusion
    • Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
    • 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Bone Healing Stimulation
    • Electrical Bone Growth Stimulation
    • Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)
    • Bone Stimulator Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 20974: Electrical stimulation to aid bone healing; noninvasive (nonoperative)

    Does Dr. Mercer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mercer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-8947 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mercer accept in Rockville Centre, NY?

    Dr. Mercer in Rockville Centre, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Mercer's office located?

    Dr. Brian Mercer's Primary Practice

    36 Lincoln Ave Fl 3

    Rockville Centre, NY 11570

    (212) 241-8947

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    Dr. Brian Mercer's Practice 2

    8002 Kew Gardens Rd Ste 100B

    Kew Gardens, NY 11415

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    Dr. Brian Mercer's Practice 3

    17 E 102nd St Fl 6

    New York, NY 10029

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Brian Mercer?

    Dr. Mercer has appointments available at his Rockville Centre, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Brian Mercer an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Mercer has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Mercer, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Mercer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649680489.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mercer?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Mercer's specialty?

    Dr. Mercer is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Rockville Centre, NY. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Mercer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Mercer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mercer is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Valley Stream, North Shore University Hospital, NYU Langone Health - Tisch 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

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    Is Brian Mercer accepting new patients in Rockville Centre, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Mercer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Mercer offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Mercer, or call (212) 241-8947 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Mercer?

    Please contact Dr. Mercer's office at (212) 241-8947 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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