Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Merten typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right 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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Merten typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Merten 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
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
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merten's office located?
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.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Suzan Merten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merten is affiliated with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital, Sovah Health - Danville, Lewisgale Medical Center 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
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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?
Please contact Dr. Merten's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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