Summary

Dr. John Merlino is a cardiologist who specializes in cardiovascular disease with advanced training in cardiac electrophysiology. He completed his residency at Union Hospital in 2003, followed by fellowships at Deborah Heart & Lung Center in 2006 and 2007. Dr. Merlino holds certifications in both Cardiology and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology from the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Merlino practices at Community Medical Center and sees patients in Toms River, New Jersey. His expertise focuses on treating heart rhythm disorders, including atrial fibrillation and irregular heartbeats. He performs specialized procedures such as cardioversion to restore normal heart rhythm and implants heart devices to help regulate heartbeat patterns. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 26 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 57 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Electrophysiology of Ocean County

1251 ROUTE 37 WTOMS RIVER, NJ 08755

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
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4.7 
3.9 
26 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Italian
TOMS RIVER , NJLakewood , NJToms River , NJTOMS RIVER , NJ
Med School: University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: King Edward Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John Anthony Merlino

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • GEHA
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

John Anthony Merlino has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

John Anthony Merlino has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiac Ultrasound
  • Chest Pain
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG)
  • Electrophysiology
  • Exercise Stress Test
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Nuclear Stress Test
  • Palpitations
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

John Anthony Merlino holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2000.

NPI Number

John Anthony Merlino's NPI number is 1811013246.

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John Merlino's office is located at 1251 ROUTE 37 W, TOMS RIVER, NJ, 08755.
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