Summary

Dr. Amit Merchant specializes in orthopedic surgery, focusing on conditions affecting bones, joints, and soft tissues. He completed his fellowship at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in 2015, following his residency at North Shore University Hospital at Plainview in 2014 and internship at Peninsula Hospital Center in 2012. Dr. Merchant is board certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery as of 2019. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Merchant practices at Hackensack University Medical Center and Palisades Medical Center, with locations in Hackensack and North Bergen, New Jersey. His expertise includes treating arm fractures, hip dysplasia, and problems with the Achilles tendon. He performs Achilles tendon repair surgery to help patients restore function and mobility. Patients have given Dr. Merchant an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Amit Y Merchant has 2 locations

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Hackensack , NJParamus , NJNew York , NYStaten Island , NY
Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School Med School: New York University Med School: Albany Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Amit Y Merchant

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • Cigna
  • Claritev
  • Clover Health
  • Fidelis Care
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon NJ Health)
  • Karna WTC
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • QualCare
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare (UHC)
  • UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Medicare
  • Wellpoint

Medical Specialties

Dr. Amit Y Merchant has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Amit Y Merchant has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
  • Pediatric Orthopedics

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery, 2019

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

The Johns Hopkins Hospital2015

Residency

North Shore University Hospital at Plainview-GME2014

Internship

Peninsula Hospital Center2012

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Amit Merchant affiliated with?
Dr. Amit Merchant is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center and Palisades Medical Center.
Does Dr. Amit Merchant accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Amit Merchant accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Amit Merchant accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Amit Merchant has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Amit Merchant's office located?
Dr. Amit Merchant's office is located at 20 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ, 07601.
Is Dr. Amit Merchant accepting new patients?
Dr. Amit Merchant is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Amit Merchant's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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