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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merchant, Pediatrician in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Kanwal Merchant, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Richmond, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Merchant is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merchant’s office at (510) 237-9537.
What languages does Dr. Merchant speak?
Dr. Merchant and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Merchant typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, conditions treated by Dr. Kanwal Merchant may include:
- Cri du Chat
- Down Syndrome
- Fifth Disease
- Tay Sachs Disease
- Triple X Syndrome
- Turner Syndrome
- VRE
- Whooping Cough
Please contact Dr. Merchant's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Merchant typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Kanwal Merchant may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
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 (510) 237-9537 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merchant accept in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Merchant in Richmond, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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All Other Third Party
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Where is Dr. Merchant's office located?
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 1790043347.
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. Kanwal Merchant's specialty?
Dr. Merchant is a Pediatrician near Richmond, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Kanwal Merchant affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merchant is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kanwal Merchant accepting new patients in Richmond, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kanwal Merchant is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kanwal Merchant offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merchant's office at (510) 237-9537 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kanwal Merchant?
Please contact Dr. Merchant's office at (510) 237-9537 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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