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Dr. Mervin Griffin, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Brooklyn, NY

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Griffin, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Mervin Griffin, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Griffin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffin’s office at (718) 388-5889.

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

    • Medical School: U Ca/U Ca Los Angeles Drew School Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Griffin speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Griffin typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Griffin 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. Griffin. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Griffin typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mervin Griffin may include:

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

    Does Dr. Griffin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Griffin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 388-5889 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Griffin accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Griffin in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Risant Health

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Griffin's office located?

    Dr. Mervin Griffin's Primary Practice

    331 Knickerbocker Ave Ste B

    Brooklyn, NY 11237

    (718) 388-5889

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    Woodhull Medical & Mental Health Center

    760 Broadway

    Brooklyn, NY 11206

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    Dr. Mervin Griffin's Practice 3

    1201 Haddon Ave # 2

    Camden, NJ 08103

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

    Dr. Griffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487636726.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffin?

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

    What is Dr. Mervin Griffin's specialty?

    Dr. Griffin is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Mervin Griffin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Griffin is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Mervin Griffin accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Mervin Griffin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mervin Griffin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Griffin's office at (718) 388-5889 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mervin Griffin?

    Please contact Dr. Griffin's office at (718) 388-5889 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Griffin's office located?

    Dr. Griffin's offices are located in Brooklyn, NY and Camden, NJ.