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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mercado, Family Medicine Specialist in Plano, TX?
Dr. Michael Mercado, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Plano, TX. Dr. Mercado is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mercado’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mercado’s office at (972) 981-3225.
What languages does Dr. Mercado speak?
Dr. Mercado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mercado typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mercado 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. Mercado. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4150: Gram-negative sepsis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mercado typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mercado may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Mercado's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mercado accept my insurance?
Dr. Mercado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 981-3225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mercado accept in Plano, TX?
Dr. Mercado in Plano, TX 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mercado's office located?
What is Dr. Mercado's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mercado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053768259.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mercado?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mercado
What is Dr. Michael Mercado's specialty?
Dr. Mercado is a Family Medicine Specialist near Plano, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Michael Mercado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mercado is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Frisco, Medical City Plano Hospital, Texas Health Center For Diagnostics & Surgery Plano, Medical City Plano 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Michael Mercado accepting new patients in Plano, TX?
Yes, Dr. Michael Mercado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Mercado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mercado's office at (972) 981-3225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Mercado?
Please contact Dr. Mercado's office at (972) 981-3225 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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