Summary

Dr. John Merkel is a family medicine physician who brings nearly five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at St. Johns Medical Center. With 46 years of experience caring for patients, Dr. Merkel has developed comprehensive skills in treating patients of all ages. He provides care in English.

Dr. Merkel practices at Mid Illinois Medical Care in Teutopolis, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at HSHS Saint Anthony's Memorial Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating sleep-related breathing disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea in both adults and children. He also specializes in chronic wound care and performs wound debridement procedures to promote healing. Patients have given Dr. Merkel an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 46 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St Johns Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 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

Mid Illinois Medical Care

206 N Pearl StTeutopolis, IL 62467
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. John Urban Merkel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Associates Health Plans
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Urban Merkel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Urban Merkel has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Pediatrics
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Johns Medical Center

Medical School

Indiana University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980

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Which hospitals is Dr. John Merkel affiliated with?
Dr. John Merkel is affiliated with Hshs Saint Anthonys Memorial Hospital.
What languages does Dr. John Merkel speak?
Dr. John Merkel speaks English.
Where is Dr. John Merkel's office located?
Dr. John Merkel's office is located at 206 N Pearl St, Teutopolis, IL, 62467.

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