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Dr. Scott Mercer, MD

Encinitas, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mercer, Family Medicine Specialist in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Scott Mercer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Mercer graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Mercer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mercer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mercer’s office at (760) 944-8484.

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

    • Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl | University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Mercer board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Mercer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mercer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Mercer treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mercer 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. Mercer. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Myotonic Dystrophy
    • Muscular Dystrophy
    • Myotonic dystrophy
    • DM', 'Steinert's Disease
    • Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7111: Myotonic muscular dystrophy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Anaerobic Blood Poisoning
    • Sepsis
    • Anaerobic Sepsis
    • Bacterial Sepsis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A414: Sepsis due to anaerobes

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25552: Pain in left hip

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Scott Mercer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Mercer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mercer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 944-8484 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mercer accept in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Mercer in Encinitas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mercer's office located?

    Dr. Scott Mercer's Primary Practice

    320 Santa Fe Dr Ste 205

    Encinitas, CA 92024

    (760) 944-8484

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

    Dr. Mercer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295736031.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mercer?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Mercer's specialty?

    Dr. Mercer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Encinitas, CA. 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. Mercer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Mercer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mercer is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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?

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    Is Scott Mercer accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Mercer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Mercer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mercer's office at (760) 944-8484 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Mercer?

    Please contact Dr. Mercer's office at (760) 944-8484 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Mercer have?

    Dr. Scott Mercer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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