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Dr. Steve Mertens, MD

Clinical Pathologist, Anatomic Pathologist, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Sebastopol, CA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mertens, Clinical Pathologist in Sebastopol, CA?

    Dr. Steve Mertens, MD is a Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Sebastopol, CA. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Mertens completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Mertens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mertens’s office at (707) 829-5883.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca

    What languages does Dr. Mertens speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Mertens typically treat?

    As a Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Mertens 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. Mertens. 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:

    • 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Persistent Vegetative State
    • Coma
    • Vegetative State
    • Unresponsive Wakefulness Syndrome
    • Chronic Unconsciousness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R403: Persistent vegetative state

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    What procedures does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Mertens typically perform?

    As a Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Steve Mertens may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mertens' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mertens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mertens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 829-5883 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mertens accept in Sebastopol, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Providence (RI)

    • Molina Healthcare

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Mertens' office located?

    Dr. Steve Mertens' Primary Practice

    400 Morris St Ste H

    Sebastopol, CA 95472

    (707) 829-5883

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

    Dr. Mertens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124034814.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mertens?

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

    What is Dr. Steve Mertens's specialty?

    Dr. Mertens is a Clinical Pathologist near Sebastopol, CA.

    What does a Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory applications of biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information obtained from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, and monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. Steve Mertens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mertens is affiliated with Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Sutter Solano Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center 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

    When to see a Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Pathologist. Explore 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 Dr. Steve Mertens accepting new patients in Sebastopol, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Steve Mertens is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steve Mertens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mertens' office at (707) 829-5883 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steve Mertens?

    Please contact Dr. Mertens' office at (707) 829-5883 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mertens' office located?

    Dr. Mertens' office is located in Sebastopol, CA.