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Dr. Kanwal Merchant, MD

Anesthesiologist

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Merchant, Anesthesiologist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Kanwal Merchant, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Merchant is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merchant’s office at (505) 272-2610.

    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:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    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:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Merchant typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kanwal 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 (505) 272-2610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Merchant accept in Albuquerque, NM?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

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    Where is Dr. Merchant's office located?

    Dr. Kanwal Merchant's Primary Practice

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 272-2610

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    Msc 10 6000

    1 University of New Mexico

    Albuquerque, NM 87131

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    Dr. Kanwal Merchant's Practice 3

    2701 Frontier Ave

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

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    What hospitals are Dr. Merchant affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Merchant has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Unm Hospital,Albuquerque, NM

    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 1770735789.

    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 an Anesthesiologist near Albuquerque, NM.

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

    Yes, Dr. Merchant is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Kanwal Merchant accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    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 (505) 272-2610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Merchant's office at (505) 272-2610 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Merchant's office located?

    Dr. Merchant's office is located in Albuquerque, NM.