29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merlo, Internist in Elgin, IL?
Dr. Patricia Merlo, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Elgin, IL. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Merlo graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Merlo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merlo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merlo’s office at (847) 214-5740.
Where did Dr. Merlo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program
Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Merlo board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Merlo, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Merlo speak?
Dr. Merlo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Merlo typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Merlo 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. Merlo. 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:
- 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
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:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Merlo typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Patricia Merlo 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. Merlo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merlo accept my insurance?
Dr. Merlo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 214-5740 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merlo accept in Elgin, IL?
Dr. Merlo in Elgin, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Pharmacy Network Services
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merlo's office located?
Dr. Patricia Merlo's Primary Practice
1710 N Randall Rd Ste 200
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 214-5740
What is Dr. Merlo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merlo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972501161.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merlo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merlo
What is Dr. Patricia Merlo's specialty?
Dr. Merlo is a Internist near Elgin, IL.
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. Patricia Merlo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merlo is affiliated with Advocate Sherman Hospital 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 Patricia Merlo accepting new patients in Elgin, IL?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Merlo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patricia Merlo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merlo's office at (847) 214-5740 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patricia Merlo?
Please contact Dr. Merlo's office at (847) 214-5740 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Patricia Merlo have?
Dr. Patricia Merlo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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