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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merz, Physiatrist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Matthew Merz, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Merz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merz’s office at (513) 221-1100.
What languages does Dr. Merz speak?
Dr. Merz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Merz treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Merz 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. Merz. 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Head and Neck Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
- Neck Muscle Ache
- Head Muscle Soreness
- Cervical Myalgia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
- M7912: Myalgia of auxiliary muscles, head and neck
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
What procedures does Dr. Merz perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Merz 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. Merz. 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:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Merz accept my insurance?
Dr. Merz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 221-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merz accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Merz in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
State of Nevada
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Merz's office located?
Dr. Matthew Merz's Primary Practice
3825 Edwards Rd Ste 300
Cincinnati, OH 45209
(513) 221-1100
Dr. Matthew Merz's Practice 2
9075 Centre Pointe Dr Ste 200
West Chester, OH 45069
(513) 221-1100
What is Dr. Merz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700820750.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merz
What is Dr. Matthew Merz's specialty?
Dr. Merz is a Physiatrist near Cincinnati, OH. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Merz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Merz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merz is affiliated with West Chester Hospital, Bethesda North Hospital, Kettering Health Main Campus, UC Medical Center, Kettering Health Hamilton, Margaret Mary Health - Main Campus 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
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Is Matthew Merz accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Merz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Merz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merz's office at (513) 221-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Merz?
Please contact Dr. Merz's office at (513) 221-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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