Summary

Nurse Practitioner Karen Merkel specializes in family medicine, bringing twelve years of dedicated experience to patient care. She earned her Family Nurse Practitioner degree from Texas Women's University, preparing her to provide comprehensive healthcare across all age groups. Karen speaks English and works closely with families to address their diverse health needs.

Karen practices at Baylor Scott & White Urgent Care in Austin, Texas, and maintains affiliations with Christus Santa Rosa Hospital San Marcos. She frequently treats patients experiencing back pain, including pregnant women and children dealing with back discomfort. Her practice also includes conducting flu tests and coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs for patients recovering from injuries or seeking to improve their overall wellness. Patients rate her care at 4.9 out of 5, reflecting her commitment to providing quality healthcare services.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 12 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Texas Women's University (Education)
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Urgent Care - Austin Circle C

5000 W Slaughter LnAustin, TX 78749
Mon8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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4.8 
12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Austin , TXCoppell , TXLinwood , NJPearland , TX
Med School: Texas Women's University (Education)
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karen Merkel

  • Aetna
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Federal Employees Program
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Karen Merkel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Karen Merkel has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Nurse Practitioner, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Texas Women's University (Education)Graduated in 2014
Texas Woman's University (Education)Graduated in 2014

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Karen Merkel speak?
Karen Merkel speaks English.
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Where is Karen Merkel's office located?
Karen Merkel's office is located at 5000 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX, 78749.
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