Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mernitz, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbus, IN?
Dr. Andrea Mernitz, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mernitz graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Fairview University Medical Center. Dr. Mernitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mernitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mernitz’s office.
Where did Dr. Mernitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fairview University Medical Center
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mernitz speak?
Dr. Mernitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mernitz typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mernitz 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. Mernitz. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mernitz typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mernitz 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. Mernitz. 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:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Does Dr. Mernitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Mernitz 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. Mernitz accept in Columbus, IN?
Dr. Mernitz in Columbus, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
SIHO Holding
State of Indiana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mernitz's office located?
What is Dr. Mernitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mernitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962460964.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mernitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mernitz
What is Dr. Andrea Mernitz's specialty?
Dr. Mernitz is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbus, IN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Andrea Mernitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mernitz is affiliated with Columbus Regional Hospital, Margaret Mary Health - Main Campus 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 Andrea Mernitz accepting new patients in Columbus, IN?
Yes, Dr. Andrea Mernitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrea Mernitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mernitz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrea Mernitz?
Please contact Dr. Mernitz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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