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Dr. Faisal Merchant, MD

Dr. Faisal Merchant, MD

Tampa, FL

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Merchant, Otolaryngologist in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Faisal Merchant, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Merchant is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merchant’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merchant’s office at (727) 216-0700.

    Is Dr. Merchant board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Faisal Merchant, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Merchant speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Merchant treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Merchant 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. Merchant. 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:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Blocked Right Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax
    • Impacted Earwax Right Ear
    • Excessive Right Earwax
    • Right Earwax Impaction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
    • H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
    • H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Conductive Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss
    • Sound transmission hearing loss
    • Outer or middle ear hearing loss
    • Temporary hearing loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H900: Conductive hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

    • Seasonal Allergies
    • Allergy
    • Hay fever
    • Seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • Pollen allergy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Chronic Pansinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Chronic widespread sinus infection
    • All sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
    • J324: Chronic pansinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Hearing Sensations
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Unusual Ear Sounds
    • Distorted Hearing
    • Auditory Hallucinations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H93293: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Left Ear Pain
    • Right Ear Pain
    • Ear Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Earache
    • Otalgia Left Side
    • Right Earache
    • Otalgia Right Side

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9202: Otalgia, left ear
    • H9201: Otalgia, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Voice Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Does Dr. Merchant accept my insurance?

    Dr. Merchant accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 216-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Merchant accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Merchant in Tampa, 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

    • BayCare Health System

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Merchant's office located?

    Dr. Faisal Merchant's Primary Practice

    10810 Sheldon Rd

    Tampa, FL 33626

    (727) 216-0700

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    Dr. Faisal Merchant's Practice 2

    3190 N McMullen Booth Rd Ste 100

    Clearwater, FL 33761

    (727) 791-1368

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    Dr. Faisal Merchant's Practice 3

    1330 S Fort Harrison Ave

    Clearwater, FL 33756

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

    Dr. Merchant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427276849.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merchant?

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

    What is Dr. Faisal Merchant's specialty?

    Dr. Merchant is a Otolaryngologist near Tampa, FL. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Merchant to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Faisal Merchant affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Merchant is affiliated with Mease Countryside Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Otolaryngologist?

    Explore Otolaryngologist with 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 Faisal Merchant accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Faisal Merchant is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Faisal Merchant offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Merchant's office at (727) 216-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Faisal Merchant?

    Please contact Dr. Merchant's office at (727) 216-0700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Faisal Merchant have?

    Dr. Faisal Merchant is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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