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Dr. Andrew Merritt, MD

Laguna Hills, CA

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    Who is Dr. Merritt, Physiatrist in Laguna Hills, CA?

    Dr. Andrew Merritt, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Merritt graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Merritt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merritt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merritt’s office at (949) 900-1300.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Scripps Mercy Hospital | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Merritt board certified in Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Merritt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Merritt speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Merritt treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Merritt 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. Merritt. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Upper Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Thoracic Spine Pain
    • Mid-Back Pain
    • Thoracic Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M546: Pain in thoracic spine

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
    • M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Cervicogenic Headache
    • Headache
    • Neck Headache
    • Headache from Neck Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4486: Cervicogenic headache

    Does Dr. Merritt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Merritt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 900-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Merritt accept in Laguna Hills, CA?

    Dr. Merritt in Laguna Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Merritt's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Merritt's Primary Practice

    23141 Moulton Pkwy Ste 201

    Laguna Hills, CA 92653

    (949) 900-1300

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    Dr. Andrew Merritt's Practice 2

    450 Newport Center Dr Ste 650

    Newport Beach, CA 92660

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    Dr. Andrew Merritt's Practice 3

    1401 N Tustin Ave Ste 360

    Santa Ana, CA 92705

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

    Dr. Merritt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760455174.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merritt?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Merritt's specialty?

    Dr. Merritt is a Physiatrist near Laguna Hills, CA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Merritt to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Andrew Merritt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Merritt 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

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    Is Andrew Merritt accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Merritt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Merritt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (949) 900-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Andrew Merritt?

    Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (949) 900-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Merritt have?

    Dr. Andrew Merritt is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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