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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merfeld, Family Medicine Specialist in La Crosse, WI?
Dr. John Merfeld, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Crosse, WI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Merfeld graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at Franciscan Skemp Hlthcare, Family Medicine. Dr. Merfeld is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merfeld’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merfeld’s office at (608) 782-9760.
Where did Dr. Merfeld go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Franciscan Skemp Hlthcare, Family Medicine | St Frances/Mayo | Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare-St Joseph Program
Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin
Is Dr. Merfeld board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Merfeld, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Merfeld speak?
Dr. Merfeld and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Merfeld typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Merfeld 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. Merfeld. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Flutter
- Arrhythmia
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Merfeld typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Merfeld may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Merfeld's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merfeld accept my insurance?
Dr. Merfeld accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 782-9760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merfeld accept in La Crosse, WI?
Dr. Merfeld in La Crosse, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medica Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealth Group
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Merfeld's office located?
What is Dr. Merfeld's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merfeld's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578550281.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merfeld?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merfeld
What is Dr. John Merfeld's specialty?
Dr. Merfeld is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Crosse, WI.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. John Merfeld affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merfeld is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In La Crosse 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 John Merfeld accepting new patients in La Crosse, WI?
Yes, Dr. John Merfeld is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Merfeld offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merfeld's office at (608) 782-9760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Merfeld?
Please contact Dr. Merfeld's office at (608) 782-9760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Merfeld have?
Dr. John Merfeld is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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