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Dr. Nicholas Wirtz, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
4.8 (18)
Map Pin Small Merriam, KS
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Nicholas Wirtz, MD

Dr. Nicholas Wirtz, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Merriam, KS. They graduated from University of Missouri School of Medicine and is affiliated with Menorah Medical Center and Research Medical Center. Dr. Wirtz, completed a residency at University Of Minnesota. Patients rated Dr. Wirtz an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Wirtz works at Ascentist Ear, Nose & Throat - Merriam in Merriam, KS. They frequently treat conditions like Oral Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Wirtz's Office Locations

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    Ascentist Ear, Nose & Throat - Merriam
    6815 Frontage Rd, Merriam, KS 66204 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (913) 243-0270
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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    • Aetna
    • Anthem
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    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.8
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    Based on 18 ratings
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    About Dr. Nicholas Wirtz, MD

    Specialties
    • Ear, Nose, and Throat
    Specialties
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    Gender
    • Male
    Gender
    NPI Number
    • 1588920144
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH MEDICAL CENTER
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Of Minnesota
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Missouri School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Menorah Medical Center
    • Research Medical Center

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Nicholas Wirtz, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Wirtz is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Wirtz has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Wirtz works at Ascentist Ear, Nose & Throat - Merriam in Merriam, KS. View the full address on Dr. Wirtz’s profile.

    Dr. Wirtz has seen patients for Oral Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Wirtz on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    18 patients have reviewed Dr. Wirtz. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Wirtz.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Wirtz, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Wirtz appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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