Summary

Dr. Craig Merrill is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 35 years to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency training at University of Utah Health Care. Dr. Merrill is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient community.

Dr. Merrill practices at Pacific Eye in Santa Maria, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Adventist Health Sierra Vista. His expertise focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. He performs comprehensive eye exams, cataract surgery, and intraocular lens implant procedures to help restore and preserve his patients' vision. Patients have given Dr. Merrill an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 35 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Utah Health Care
  • 71 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 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

Pacific Eye

816 E Enos Dr Ste ASanta Maria, CA 93454
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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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Craig Alan Merrill

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • America's 1st Choice
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CenCal Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • GEHA
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Security Life
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Universal American
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Craig Alan Merrill has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Craig Alan Merrill has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Utah Health Care

Medical School

Medical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Craig Merrill speak?
Dr. Craig Merrill speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Craig Merrill affiliated with?
Dr. Craig Merrill is affiliated with Adventist Health Sierra Vista.
Does Dr. Craig Merrill accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Craig Merrill accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Craig Merrill accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Craig Merrill has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Craig Merrill accepting new patients?
Dr. Craig Merrill is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Craig Merrill's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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