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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merzkani, Nephrologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Massini Merzkani, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Merzkani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merzkani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merzkani’s office at (314) 362-5365.
What languages does Dr. Merzkani speak?
Dr. Merzkani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Merzkani typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Merzkani 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. Merzkani. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Cytomegalovirus Infection
- CMV infection
- CMV disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- B259: Cytomegaloviral disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Merzkani typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Massini Merzkani may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Merzkani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merzkani accept my insurance?
Dr. Merzkani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-5365 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merzkani accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Merzkani in Saint Louis, MO 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
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Nova Healthcare Administrators
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merzkani's office located?
8015 Department Of Internal Medicine
660 S Euclid Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(314) 362-5365
What is Dr. Merzkani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merzkani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184985566.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merzkani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merzkani
What is Dr. Massini Merzkani's specialty?
Dr. Merzkani is a Nephrologist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Massini Merzkani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merzkani is affiliated with Anderson Hospital, Mercy Hospital Southeast, Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, Christian 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. 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 Massini Merzkani accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Massini Merzkani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Massini Merzkani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merzkani's office at (314) 362-5365 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Massini Merzkani?
Please contact Dr. Merzkani's office at (314) 362-5365 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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