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Who is Dr. Merritt, Anesthesiologist in Wailuku, HI?
Dr. Christopher Merritt, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Wailuku, HI. He is board certified. Dr. Merritt is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merritt’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merritt’s office at (808) 244-9056.
Is Dr. Merritt board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Merritt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Merritt speak?
Dr. Merritt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Merritt typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Merritt 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. Merritt. 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:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Unspecified Weeks of Pregnancy
- Pregnancy
- Unspecified Gestational Age
- Unknown Pregnancy Duration
- Undetermined Weeks Pregnant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3A00: Weeks of gestation of pregnancy not specified
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Merritt typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Merritt 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. Merritt. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Abdominal Nerve Block Injection
- Chest Wall Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- TAP Block
- Rectus Sheath Block
- Abdominal Plane Block
- Thoracic fascial plane block
- Chest pain injection
- Nerve block for chest pain
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64486: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) unilateral; by injection(s) (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64466: Thoracic Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Merritt accept my insurance?
Dr. Merritt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 244-9056 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merritt accept in Wailuku, HI?
Dr. Merritt in Wailuku, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Conifer Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Hawaii Medical Service Association
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Quest
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merritt's office located?
Dr. Christopher Merritt's Primary Practice
221 Mahalani St
Wailuku, HI 96793
(808) 244-9056
Recognitions
Awards
Alpha Omega Alpha, Alpha Omega Alpha
Engel Society, Duke Medical School
Anlyan Senior Scholarship, Duke Medical School
Transitional Intern of the Year, Hawaii Residency Programs
Chief Resident, Duke Dept. of Anesthesiology
What is Dr. Merritt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merritt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205032869.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merritt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merritt
What is Dr. Christopher Merritt's specialty?
Dr. Merritt is a Anesthesiologist near Wailuku, HI.
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. Christopher Merritt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Merritt is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maui Memorial Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Christopher Merritt accepting new patients in Wailuku, HI?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Merritt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Merritt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (808) 244-9056 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Merritt?
Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (808) 244-9056 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Merritt have?
Dr. Christopher Merritt is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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