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53 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Colvard, Cardiologist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Merriman Colvard, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 53 years. Dr. Colvard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colvard’s office at (423) 648-2396.
What languages does Dr. Colvard speak?
Dr. Colvard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Colvard typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Colvard 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. Colvard. 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:
- 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Colvard typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Merriman Colvard may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Colvard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Colvard accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Colvard's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Colvard's office located?
Dr. Merriman Colvard's Primary Practice
1604 Gunbarrel Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 648-2396
What is Dr. Colvard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colvard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780644252.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colvard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colvard
What is Dr. Merriman Colvard's specialty?
Dr. Colvard is a Cardiologist near Chattanooga, TN.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Merriman Colvard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Colvard 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Merriman Colvard accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Merriman Colvard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merriman Colvard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colvard's office at (423) 648-2396 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merriman Colvard?
Please contact Dr. Colvard's office at (423) 648-2396 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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