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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merrick, Internist in Morehead City, NC?
Dr. Homer Merrick, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Morehead City, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Merrick is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merrick’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merrick’s office.
Where did Dr. Merrick go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Merrick speak?
Dr. Merrick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Merrick typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Merrick 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. Merrick. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Merrick typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Homer Merrick may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Merrick's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merrick accept my insurance?
Dr. Merrick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merrick accept in Morehead City, NC?
Dr. Merrick in Morehead City, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merrick's office located?
What is Dr. Merrick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merrick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487600821.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merrick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merrick
What is Dr. Homer Merrick's specialty?
Dr. Merrick is a Internist near Morehead City, NC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Homer Merrick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merrick is affiliated with Carteret Health Care 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Homer Merrick accepting new patients in Morehead City, NC?
Yes, Dr. Homer Merrick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Homer Merrick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merrick's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Homer Merrick?
Please contact Dr. Merrick's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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