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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merchant, Anesthesiologist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Akeel Merchant, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Merchant is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merchant’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merchant’s office at (817) 250-2150.
What languages does Dr. Merchant speak?
Dr. Merchant and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Merchant typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Merchant typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Merchant 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Merchant accept my insurance?
Dr. Merchant accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 250-2150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merchant accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Merchant in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merchant's office located?
Dr. Akeel Merchant's Primary Practice
1301 Pennsylvania Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(817) 250-2150
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 1558628735.
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. Akeel Merchant's specialty?
Dr. Merchant is a Anesthesiologist near Fort Worth, TX.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Akeel Merchant affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merchant is affiliated with Medical City Plano Hospital, Texas Health Arlington Memorial 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Akeel Merchant accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Akeel Merchant is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akeel Merchant offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merchant's office at (817) 250-2150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akeel Merchant?
Please contact Dr. Merchant's office at (817) 250-2150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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