19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merritt, Specialist in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Wesley Merritt, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Tyler, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Merritt graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Ok Coll Med-Tulsa, General Surgery. 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 (214) 509-9691.
Where did Dr. Merritt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Texas Tech University at Lubbock
Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Ok Coll Med-Tulsa, General Surgery | University of Oklahoma College of Medicine - Oklahoma City | Texas Tech University at Lubbock
Medical School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
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 Specialist, 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:
- Opioid Use
- Pain Relievers
- Opioid consumption
- Taking opioids
- Opioid intake
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
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
- M47892: Other spondylosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
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:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Spondylolysis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lower Back Pars Defect
- Lumbar Spondylolysis
- Lower Back Stress Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4306: Spondylolysis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
Does Dr. Merritt accept my insurance?
Dr. Merritt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 509-9691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merritt accept in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Merritt in Tyler, 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
Christus Health Plan
Community Care Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Oklahoma
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Merritt's office located?
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 1396700571.
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. Wesley Merritt's specialty?
Dr. Merritt is a Specialist near Tyler, TX. Contact Dr. Merritt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wesley Merritt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merritt is affiliated with Ascension St. John Medical Center, Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler 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 Wesley Merritt accepting new patients in Tyler, TX?
Yes, Dr. Wesley Merritt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wesley Merritt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (214) 509-9691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wesley Merritt?
Please contact Dr. Merritt's office at (214) 509-9691 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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