Summary

Dr. Amartej Merla specializes in oncology, focusing on the comprehensive care of cancer patients. He earned his medical degree and holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Merla communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Merla practices at locations in Lancaster and Palmdale, California. He treats patients with breast cancer, including cases that are metastatic or recurrent, and helps manage nausea and vomiting that can result from cancer treatment. His expertise includes infusion therapy and performing complete blood counts with white blood cell differentials. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 82 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Amartej Merla has 2 locations

Amartej Merla, M.D.

44151 15th Street WestLancaster, CA 93534

Amartej Merla, M.D.

38660 Medical Center DrivePalmdale, CA 93551

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OncologyOncologyOncologyOncology
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4.4 
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18 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Cantonese, Spanish Speaks English, Farsi, Hebrew Speaks English
Lancaster , CAMontebello , CALos Angeles , CASan Clemente , CA
Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Amartej Merla

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - EPO
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE) - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Brand New Day
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareMore
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - HMO
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - ACA
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid
  • Health Net - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - PPO
  • HealthNow
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - IPA
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Sierra Health and Life - HMO
  • Sierra Health and Life - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Sierra Health and Life - Medicare
  • Sierra Health and Life - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Amartej Merla has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Amartej Merla has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Chemotherapy
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma

Certifications, License, & Education

Amartej Merla holds an expired medical license in the state of California. 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 California that expired in 2026.

NPI Number

Amartej Merla's NPI number is 1902097744.

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