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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mercader, Specialist in Abington, PA?
Dr. Luis Mercader, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Abington, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Mercader is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mercader’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mercader’s office at (215) 481-2000.
Is Dr. Mercader board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Luis Mercader, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Mercader speak?
Dr. Mercader and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mercader treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Mercader 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. Mercader. 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:
- 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:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Mercader perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Mercader 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. Mercader. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Mercader accept my insurance?
Dr. Mercader accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 481-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mercader accept in Abington, PA?
Dr. Mercader in Abington, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BH Management Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
HealthComp
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mercader's office located?
What is Dr. Mercader's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mercader's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568464741.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mercader?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mercader
What is Dr. Luis Mercader's specialty?
Dr. Mercader is a Specialist near Abington, PA. Contact Dr. Mercader to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Luis Mercader affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mercader is affiliated with Jefferson Abington Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Luis Mercader accepting new patients in Abington, PA?
Yes, Dr. Luis Mercader is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Mercader offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mercader's office at (215) 481-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Mercader?
Please contact Dr. Mercader's office at (215) 481-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Mercader have?
Dr. Luis Mercader is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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