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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mercado, Psychiatrist in Defiance, OH?
Dr. Melchor Mercado, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Defiance, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Mercado completed his residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Mercado is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mercado’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mercado’s office.
Where did Dr. Mercado go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Psychiatry
Is Dr. Mercado board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Melchor Mercado, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Mercado speak?
Dr. Mercado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Mercado treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Mercado 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. Mercado. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Depression
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Which procedures does Dr. Mercado perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melchor Mercado may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mercado's office.
Does Dr. Mercado accept my insurance?
Dr. Mercado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mercado accept in Defiance, OH?
Dr. Mercado in Defiance, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Mercado's office located?
What is Dr. Mercado's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mercado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750374104.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mercado?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mercado
What is Dr. Melchor Mercado's specialty?
Dr. Mercado is a Psychiatrist near Defiance, OH.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Mercado to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Melchor Mercado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mercado is affiliated with Parkview Bryan 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
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Is Melchor Mercado accepting new patients in Defiance, OH?
Yes, Dr. Melchor Mercado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melchor Mercado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mercado's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melchor Mercado?
Please contact Dr. Mercado's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melchor Mercado have?
Dr. Melchor Mercado is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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