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Dr. Nadia Merchant, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Merchant, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Nadia Merchant, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Merchant is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, 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 (888) 884-2327.

    What languages does Dr. Merchant speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Merchant typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, 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:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Achondroplasia
    • Dwarfism
    • Hypochondroplasia
    • Short-Limb Dwarfism
    • ACH
    • Bone Growth Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q774: Achondroplasia

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Underactive Thyroid at Birth
    • Neonatal Hypothyroidism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter

    Also known as:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis
    • Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
    • Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • Underactive Pituitary Gland
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
    • Isolated growth hormone deficiency
    • Hypopituitarism
    • Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
    • Low Pituitary Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E230: Hypopituitarism

    What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Merchant typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nadia Merchant may include:

    Please contact Dr. Merchant's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Merchant accept my insurance?

    Dr. Merchant accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 884-2327 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Merchant accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Merchant in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Parkland Health & Hospital System

    • State of Texas

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Merchant's office located?

    Dr. Nadia Merchant's Primary Practice

    111 Michigan Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (888) 884-2327

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    What is Dr. Merchant's NPI number?A 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 1245527787.

    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. Nadia Merchant's specialty?

    Dr. Merchant is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.

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

    Yes, Dr. Merchant is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen 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 Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist. 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 Dr. Nadia Merchant accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

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

    Does Dr. Nadia Merchant offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Merchant's office at (888) 884-2327 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nadia Merchant?

    Please contact Dr. Merchant's office at (888) 884-2327 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Merchant's office located?

    Dr. Merchant's office is located in Washington, DC.