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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meras, Internist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Larisa Meras, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Meras completed her residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine. Dr. Meras is fluent in English, Lithuanian, Russian, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meras’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meras’s office.
Where did Dr. Meras go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Kaunas Med Inst, Kaunas, Lithuania (Fn: -)
Is Dr. Meras board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Larisa Meras, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Meras speak?
Dr. Meras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Lithuanian
Russian
Ukrainian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Meras typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Meras 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. Meras. 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:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Meras typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Meras performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Meras. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Meras accept my insurance?
Dr. Meras 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. Meras accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Meras in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Circles of Care
Independent Health Association
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Nascentia Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Meras' office located?
What is Dr. Meras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962474262.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meras
What is Dr. Larisa Meras's specialty?
Dr. Meras is a Internist near Buffalo, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Larisa Meras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meras is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo 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 Larisa Meras accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Larisa Meras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Larisa Meras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meras's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Larisa Meras?
Please contact Dr. Meras's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Larisa Meras have?
Dr. Larisa Meras is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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