Summary

Dr. Frank Meriano specializes in gastroenterology and has dedicated four decades to helping patients with digestive health concerns. He earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Bridgeport Hospital. His extensive experience spans 40 years of practice, during which he has developed expertise in treating complex gastrointestinal conditions. Dr. Meriano is fluent in Spanish and Korean, enabling him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Meriano practices at Houston Methodist Hospital and maintains hospital affiliations with The Woman's Hospital of Texas in Houston, Texas. He focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and skin tags that can affect digestive health. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower gastrointestinal endoscopy, and upper gastrointestinal endoscopy to diagnose and treat various digestive disorders. Patients have rated Dr. Meriano 4.6 out of 5 stars on average for his care and expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 40 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Korean
  • Bridgeport Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 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

Houston Methodist Hospital

6565 Fannin StHouston, TX 77030

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.6 
40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Korean Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Houston , TXLittle Rock , ARSACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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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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Dr. Frank Vincent Meriano speaks Spanish and Korean.
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