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32 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Merrell, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Bayside, NY?
Dr. Desiree Merrell, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bayside, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Merrell completed her residency at North Shore Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Merrell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merrell’s office at (718) 281-8569.
Where did Dr. Merrell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Shore Univ Hosp, Pediatrics | North Shore University Hospital
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Merrell board certified in Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Desiree Merrell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Merrell speak?
Dr. Merrell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Merrell treat?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Merrell 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. Merrell. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
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:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5081: Fever presenting with conditions classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Merrell perform as a Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Desiree Merrell may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Merrell's office.
Does Dr. Merrell accept my insurance?
Dr. Merrell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 281-8569 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merrell accept in Bayside, NY?
Dr. Merrell in Bayside, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AmeriBen
CareSource
Centene
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthgram
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Where is Dr. Merrell's office located?
What is Dr. Merrell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merrell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326019878.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merrell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merrell
What is Dr. Desiree Merrell's specialty?
Dr. Merrell is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Bayside, NY. Contact Dr. Merrell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Desiree Merrell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Merrell is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
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Is Desiree Merrell accepting new patients in Bayside, NY?
Yes, Dr. Desiree Merrell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Desiree Merrell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merrell's office at (718) 281-8569 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Desiree Merrell?
Please contact Dr. Merrell's office at (718) 281-8569 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Desiree Merrell have?
Dr. Desiree Merrell is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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