Summary

Dr. Asif Merchant is an internal medicine physician who specializes in geriatric medicine and hospice and palliative medicine. He completed his medical education at K J Somaiya Medical College and his residency at North Shore University Hospital. With 28 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Merchant has developed extensive expertise in caring for older adults and patients with serious illnesses. He speaks English fluently.

Dr. Merchant practices at Saint Elizabeths Medical Center in Brighton, Massachusetts, and maintains affiliations with Boston Medical Center Brighton. His clinical focus includes treating patients with Alzheimer's disease and dementia, helping families navigate these challenging conditions with compassion and expertise. He also provides care for patients experiencing loss of trunk control, coordinating comprehensive treatment plans that may include physical therapy, strength training, and occupational therapy. Patients have given Dr. Merchant an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 28 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • North Shore University Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 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

Saint Elizabeths Medical Center

736 Cambridge StBrighton, MA 02135
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
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Med School: K J Somaiya Medical College Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Asif Abdul Merchant

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - HMO
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - HMO
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - Medicare
  • Health New England
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth
  • MassHealth - Medicaid
  • MassHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Senior Whole Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Trusted Health Plan
  • Trusted Health Plan - Medicare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Plan - Medicare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Well Sense Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Asif Abdul Merchant has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Asif Abdul Merchant has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. Asif Abdul Merchant holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at North Shore University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from K J Somaiya Medical College in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Merchant's NPI number is 1538152335.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Asif Merchant accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Asif Merchant has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Asif Merchant speak?
Dr. Asif Merchant speaks English.
Does Dr. Asif Merchant accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Asif Merchant accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Asif Merchant accepting new patients?
Dr. Asif Merchant has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Asif Merchant affiliated with?
Dr. Asif Merchant is affiliated with Boston Medical Center Brighton.

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