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Dr. Grier Merwin, MD

Dorchester, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Merwin, Family Medicine Specialist in Dorchester, MA?

    Dr. Grier Merwin, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dorchester, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Merwin completed his residency at Children'S Hosp, Family Medicine; Harvard Med Sch Fhc Prog, Family Medicine; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Urology; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, General Surgery. Dr. Merwin is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, French, Haitian, Haitian Creole, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merwin’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merwin’s office at (617) 287-8000.

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

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp, Family Medicine; Harvard Med Sch Fhc Prog, Family Medicine; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Urology; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, General Surgery | Childrens Hospital

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny

    Is Dr. Merwin board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Grier Merwin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Merwin speak?

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

    • Creoles and pidgins

    • English

    • French

    • Haitian

    • Haitian Creole

    • Spanish

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does Dr. Merwin treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Merwin 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. Merwin. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Contact with STD
    • Suspected STI exposure
    • Sexual disease contact
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
    • Vaginitis
    • Acute Vaginitis
    • Sudden Vaginal Infection
    • Vaginal Irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N760: Acute vaginitis

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Vaginal Disorder
    • Vaginal Disease
    • Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
    • Specific Vaginal Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High-Risk Sexual Behavior
    • Sexual Health
    • Unsafe Sex Practices
    • Sexual Risk Assessment
    • STI Prevention Counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7251: High risk heterosexual behavior

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    Also known as:

    • Subacute Cough
    • Cough
    • Lingering cough
    • Persistent cough (medium term)
    • Prolonged cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R052: Subacute cough

    Which procedures does Dr. Merwin perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Grier Merwin may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Merwin's office.

    Does Dr. Merwin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Merwin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 287-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Merwin accept in Dorchester, MA?

    Dr. Merwin in Dorchester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Boston Medical Center

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

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    Where is Dr. Merwin's office located?

    Dr. Grier Merwin's Primary Practice

    500 Columbia Rd

    Dorchester, MA 02125

    (617) 287-8000

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    Dr. Grier Merwin's Practice 2

    415 Columbia Rd

    Boston, MA 02125

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

    Dr. Merwin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255378204.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merwin?

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

    What is Dr. Grier Merwin's specialty?

    Dr. Merwin is a Family Medicine Specialist near Dorchester, MA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Merwin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Grier Merwin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Merwin is affiliated with Boston Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Grier Merwin accepting new patients in Dorchester, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Grier Merwin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Grier Merwin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Merwin's office at (617) 287-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Grier Merwin?

    Please contact Dr. Merwin's office at (617) 287-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Grier Merwin have?

    Dr. Grier Merwin is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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