Summary

Interventional cardiology is the focus of Dr. J. Christopher Merritt's practice. He treats coronary artery disease, coronary artery disease in women, and myocardial ischemia, and performs cardiac rehabilitation and cardiac rehabilitation exercises. He also practices cardiology and has 29 years of experience.

Dr. Merritt is board-certified in internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his medical training at Emory University School of Medicine and a residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 1998. He is affiliated with AdventHealth Redmond and sees patients in Rome, Georgia. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Merritt 4.67 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 29 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Interventional Cardiology; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology at Rome

591 Redmond Rd NW Ste 103Rome, GA 30165
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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CardiologyCardiologyCardiologyNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
5 
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29 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English
Rome , GAWinter Park , FLCartersville , GARome , GA
Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by J. Christopher Merritt

  • Aetna
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • America's 1st Choice
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

J. Christopher Merritt has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

J. Christopher Merritt has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

J. Christopher Merritt holds an expired medical license in the state of Georgia. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Georgia that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Interventional Cardiology; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine, EMORY HEALTHCARE, and Vanderbilt University Med Center in 1998.

Medical School

Graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

J. Christopher Merritt's NPI number is 1649332420.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does J. Christopher Merritt accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
J. Christopher Merritt has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is J. Christopher Merritt affiliated with?
J. Christopher Merritt is affiliated with Adventhealth Redmond.
How can I make an appointment with J. Christopher Merritt?
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Is J. Christopher Merritt accepting new patients?
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Does J. Christopher Merritt accept my insurance?
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