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Who is Dr. Merrill, Psychiatrist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. David Merrill, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Merrill is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merrill’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merrill’s office at (310) 267-1908.
What languages does Dr. Merrill speak?
Dr. Merrill and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Merrill typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Merrill 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. Merrill. 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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Merrill typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. David Merrill may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Merrill's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merrill accept my insurance?
Dr. Merrill accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-1908 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merrill accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Merrill in Santa Monica, CA 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merrill's office located?
Dr. David Merrill's Primary Practice
2336 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 204
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 267-1908
What is Dr. Merrill's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merrill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902923410.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merrill?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merrill
What is Dr. David Merrill's specialty?
Dr. Merrill is a Psychiatrist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. David Merrill affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Merrill is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Merrill accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Merrill is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Merrill offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merrill's office at (310) 267-1908 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Merrill?
Please contact Dr. Merrill's office at (310) 267-1908 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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