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Dr. George Mekhjian, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Hospitalist

Granite City, IL

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mekhjian, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Granite City, IL?

    Dr. George Mekhjian, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Granite City, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Mekhjian is fluent in English, Arabic, Armenian, and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mekhjian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mekhjian’s office at (314) 317-0606.

    Where did Dr. Mekhjian go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Aleppo University

    Is Dr. Mekhjian board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. George Mekhjian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mekhjian speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • Armenian
    • English
    • Turkish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mekhjian typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mekhjian 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. Mekhjian. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mekhjian typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. George Mekhjian may include:

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

    Does Dr. Mekhjian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mekhjian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 317-0606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mekhjian accept in Granite City, IL?

    Dr. Mekhjian in Granite City, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Centene

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mekhjian's office located?

    Dr. George Mekhjian's Primary Practice

    2100 Madison Ave

    Granite City, IL 62040

    (314) 317-0606

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    Dr. George Mekhjian's Practice 2

    300 1st Capitol Dr

    Saint Charles, MO 63301

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    Dr. George Mekhjian's Practice 3

    6420 Clayton Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63117

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    What is Dr. Mekhjian's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mekhjian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407802812.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mekhjian?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mekhjian

    What is Dr. George Mekhjian's specialty?

    Dr. Mekhjian is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Granite City, IL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. George Mekhjian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mekhjian is affiliated with Anderson Hospital, Christian Hospital, Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Ssm Health Depaul Hospital - St. Louis 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. George Mekhjian accepting new patients in Granite City, IL?

    Yes, Dr. George Mekhjian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Mekhjian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mekhjian's office at (314) 317-0606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. George Mekhjian?

    Please contact Dr. Mekhjian's office at (314) 317-0606 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mekhjian's office located?

    Dr. Mekhjian's offices are located in Granite City, IL, Saint Charles, MO, and Saint Louis, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. George Mekhjian have?

    Dr. George Mekhjian is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.