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Dr. Oleg Merges, MD
Internist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Family Medicine Specialist
Lakeland, FL
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Merges, Internist in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Oleg Merges, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Merges is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merges’s office at (321) 235-6230.
What languages does Dr. Merges speak?
Dr. Merges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Merges typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Merges 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. Merges. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Merges typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Oleg Merges may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Merges' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merges accept my insurance?
Dr. Merges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 235-6230 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merges accept in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Merges in Lakeland, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Integrated Home Care Services
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merges' office located?
What is Dr. Merges's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174031686.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merges
What is Dr. Oleg Merges's specialty?
Dr. Merges is a Internist near Lakeland, FL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Oleg Merges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Merges is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth Heart Of Florida. 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 Oleg Merges accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?
Yes, Dr. Oleg Merges is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Oleg Merges offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merges's office at (321) 235-6230 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Oleg Merges?
Please contact Dr. Merges's office at (321) 235-6230 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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