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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merrill, Surgeon in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Amelia Merrill, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Merrill is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merrill’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merrill’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Merrill?
Dr. Amelia Merrill, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Merrill empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, Breast Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlotte/NC community, Dr. Merrill is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Merrill speak?
Dr. Merrill and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Merrill treat?
As a Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
What procedures does Dr. Merrill perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Merrill 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Does Dr. Merrill accept my insurance?
Dr. Merrill accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merrill accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Merrill in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Trustmark Insurance Company
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Where is Dr. Merrill's office located?
Dr. Amelia Merrill's Practice 2
1700 Matthews Township Pkwy
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 302-7010
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 1447546189.
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. Amelia Merrill's specialty?
Dr. Merrill is a Surgeon near Charlotte, NC. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Merrill to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amelia Merrill affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merrill is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center 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
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Is Amelia Merrill accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Amelia Merrill is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amelia Merrill offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merrill's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amelia Merrill?
Please contact Dr. Merrill's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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