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31 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Merkl, Behavioral Neurologist & Neuropsychiatrist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Christopher Merkl, MD is a Behavioral Neurologist & Neuropsychiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Merkl is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merkl’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merkl’s office at (713) 623-6717.
What languages does Dr. Merkl speak?
Dr. Merkl and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Merkl treat?
As a Behavioral Neurologist & Neuropsychiatrist, Dr. Merkl 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. Merkl. 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:
- Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration
- Movement Disorder
- Pantothenate kinase-associated neurodegeneration
- Hallervorden-Spatz Disease
- PKAN Disease
- Neurodegeneration with Brain Iron Accumulation
ICD-10 Codes:
- G230: Hallervorden-Spatz disease
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
- Mild major depression
- Mild depressive episode
- Low mood
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
- F320: Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Frontotemporal Neurocognitive Disorder
- Dementia Due to Other Condition with Behavioral Changes
- Vascular Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- FTD
- Frontal Lobe Dementia
- Behavioral Variant FTD
- Secondary dementia with behavior issues
- Dementia from other medical causes with behavioral symptoms
- Cognitive decline with agitation
- Multi-infarct dementia with behavior issues
- Vascular cognitive impairment with behavioral symptoms
- Dementia with agitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- G3109: Other frontotemporal neurocognitive disorder
- F0281: Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, with behavioral disturbance
- F0151: Vascular dementia, unspecified severity, with behavioral disturbance
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Mild Depressive Episode
- Mild Manic Bipolar Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Manic Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Mild bipolar depression
- Mild depressive phase of bipolar
- Low mood in bipolar
- Mild mania
- Bipolar I disorder, mild manic
- Hypomanic episode
- Moderate bipolar mania
- Moderate manic phase
- Bipolar with moderate elevated mood
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3131: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild
- F3111: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic without psychotic features, mild
- F3112: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic without psychotic features, moderate
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder with Anxiety
- Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depression
- Mental Disorder
- Stress-Related Anxiety
- Anxiety from Life Changes
- Situational Anxiety
- Stress-Related Anxiety and Depression
- Mixed Mood Adjustment Disorder
- Emotional Distress from Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4322: Adjustment disorder with anxiety
- F4323: Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood
Also known as:
- Delirium
- Acute confusional state
- Acute brain failure
- Toxic encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- F05: Delirium due to known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Alcohol-Induced Psychotic Disorder with Delusions
- Alcohol
- Psychotic Disorder
- Alcoholic paranoia
- Alcohol-related delusions
- Psychosis from drinking with false beliefs
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10950: Alcohol use, unspecified with alcohol-induced psychotic disorder with delusions
Which procedures does Dr. Merkl perform as a Behavioral Neurologist & Neuropsychiatrist?
As a Behavioral Neurologist & Neuropsychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Merkl may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Merkl's office.
Does Dr. Merkl accept my insurance?
Dr. Merkl accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 623-6717 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merkl accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Merkl in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Merkl's office located?
Dr. Christopher Merkl's Primary Practice
4126 Southwest Fwy Ste 800
Houston, TX 77027
(713) 623-6717
What is Dr. Merkl's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merkl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497723142.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merkl?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merkl
What is Dr. Christopher Merkl's specialty?
Dr. Merkl is a Behavioral Neurologist & Neuropsychiatrist near Houston, TX. Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry is a medical subspecialty focused on the diagnosis and treatment of behavioral disorders rooted in neurological conditions. Contact Dr. Merkl to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Merkl affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Merkl 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 Behavioral Neurologist & Neuropsychiatrist?
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Is Christopher Merkl accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Merkl is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Merkl offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merkl's office at (713) 623-6717 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Merkl?
Please contact Dr. Merkl's office at (713) 623-6717 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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