Summary

Dr. Jay Merker has practiced gastroenterology and internal medicine for 44 years and is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He completed his residency at LI Jewish Medical Center and earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina. He sees patients in New Hyde Park, Great Neck, Manhasset, and Staten Island, New York, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Merker 4.64 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 44 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Li Jewish Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Jay Gary Merker has 7 locations

Digestive Disease Care

1575 Hillside Ave Ste 301New Hyde Park, NY 11040
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

Long Island Medical And Gastroenterology Associates Pc

192 E Shore Rd Ste 200Great Neck, NY 11023
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ambulatory Surgery Center Of North Nassau

192 E Shore Rd Ste 201Great Neck, NY 11023
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Long Island Jewish Medical Center

27005 76th AveNew Hyde Park, NY 11040

Northwell Health Hospital

300 Community DrManhasset, NY 11030

Staten Island University Hospital South

375 Seguine AveStaten Island, NY 10309

Staten Island University Hospital

475 Seaview AveStaten Island, NY 10305

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Dr. Jay Gary Merker, MDDr. Connie Park, MDDr. Eric Yoon, MDDr. Kristen Kyong Lee, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.6 
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44 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
New Hyde Park , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine (State University of New York) Med School: Stony Brook University School of Medicine Med School: Cornell University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jay Gary Merker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jay Gary Merker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jay Gary Merker has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Li Jewish Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina in 1983 and Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Merker's NPI number is 1508933250.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Jay Merker accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Jay Merker accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jay Merker?
You can find contact information for Dr. Jay Merker here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jay Merker affiliated with?
Dr. Jay Merker is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
Is Dr. Jay Merker accepting new patients?
Dr. Jay Merker is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Jay Merker's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Jay Merker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Jay Merker has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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