Summary

Dr. Frank Meriano treats hemorrhoids, acrochordons, and colon polyps, and performs lower GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. He has practiced gastroenterology for 40 years and is affiliated with The Women's Hospital of Texas.

Dr. Meriano earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Bridgeport Hospital. He sees patients in Houston, Texas, and speaks Korean and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Meriano 4.57 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 40 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Korean, Spanish
  • Bridgeport Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Houston Methodist Hospital

6565 Fannin StHouston, TX 77030

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Frank Vincent Meriano

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CalOptima
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Community Health Choice
  • Empire Plan
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Peoples Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Renaissance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Frank Vincent Meriano has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Frank Vincent Meriano has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Frank Vincent Meriano holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Bridgeport Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Meriano's NPI number is 1699751362.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Frank Meriano speak?
Dr. Frank Meriano speaks Korean and Spanish.
Is Dr. Frank Meriano accepting new patients?
Dr. Frank Meriano has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Frank Meriano accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Frank Meriano accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Frank Meriano?
You can find contact information for Dr. Frank Meriano here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Frank Meriano accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Frank Meriano has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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