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Who is Dr. Merten, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Suzan Merten, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Roanoke, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Merten graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed her residency at Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Merten is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merten’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merten’s office.
Where did Dr. Merten go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Merten speak?
Dr. Merten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Merten treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Merten 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. Merten. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
- Left female breast cancer lower-inner
- Lower-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-inner left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
- C50312: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Negative (ER-) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Negative Cancer
- No Estrogen Receptors
- Hormone Receptor Negative
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z171: Estrogen receptor negative status [ER-]
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
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:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Which procedures does Dr. Merten perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Suzan Merten may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Merten's office.
Does Dr. Merten accept my insurance?
Dr. Merten 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. Merten accept in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Merten in Roanoke, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centra Health
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Gilsbar
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
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Where is Dr. Merten's office located?
Dr. Suzan Merten's Practice 3
2600 Research Center Dr Ste A
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 381-5291
What is Dr. Merten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669448692.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merten
What is Dr. Suzan Merten's specialty?
Dr. Merten is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Roanoke, VA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Merten to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Suzan Merten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Merten is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Carilion Franklin Memorial 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 Suzan Merten accepting new patients in Roanoke, VA?
Yes, Dr. Suzan Merten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suzan Merten offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merten's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suzan Merten?
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