Summary

Dr. James Merrill is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center. With four decades of experience in cardiac care, Dr. Merrill brings extensive knowledge to treating complex heart conditions. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Merrill practices at Bristol Regional Medical Center in Bristol, Tennessee, and maintains an affiliation with Select Specialty Hospital Tri Cities. His clinical focus includes treating heart rhythm disorders such as cardiac arrhythmia and heart block. He performs diagnostic procedures like electrocardiograms and ambulatory heart monitoring to evaluate cardiac function. Dr. Merrill also specializes in advanced treatments including leadless pacemaker placement for patients with heart rhythm problems. Patients rate him 4.4 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 40 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Duke University Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James Jay Merrill has 2 locations

Bristol Regional Medical Center

1 Medical Park BlvdBristol, TN 37620

Cva Heart Institute Johnson City On Knob Creek

2428 Knob Creek RdJohnson City, TN 37604
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. James Jay Merrill, MDDr. Eduardo Roberto FernandezDr. James Kevin WamsleyDr. Rana Garris
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseFamily MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.4 
40 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Bristol , TNAbingdon , VAElizabethton , TNABINGDON , VA
Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina Med School: New York Medical College Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Jay Merrill

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - POS
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - Federal Employees Program
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health - POS
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • State Farm
  • Transamerica
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Jay Merrill has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Jay Merrill has the following 13 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. James Jay Merrill holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Duke University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Washington School Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Merrill's NPI number is 1790717429.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. James Merrill's office located?
Dr. James Merrill's office is located at 1 Medical Park Blvd, Bristol, TN, 37620.
What languages does Dr. James Merrill speak?
Dr. James Merrill speaks English.
Does Dr. James Merrill accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Merrill accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. James Merrill accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. James Merrill affiliated with?
Dr. James Merrill is affiliated with Select Specialty Hospital Tri Cities.

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