Summary

Dr. Kurt Merkelz specializes in family medicine, geriatric medicine, and hospice and palliative medicine. They earned their medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston and have been practicing medicine for over three decades. This extensive experience has given Dr. Merkelz deep expertise in caring for patients across all stages of life, with particular focus on older adults and those facing serious illnesses.

Dr. Merkelz practices in Houston and Sugar Land, Texas, providing comprehensive care for a wide range of health concerns. They have particular expertise in managing high blood pressure and Alzheimer's disease, conditions that commonly affect older adults. Dr. Merkelz also provides specialized hospice care, palliative care, and life-prolonging treatments for patients with serious medical conditions. Patients consistently rate their care highly, giving Dr. Merkelz an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 32 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Texas Medical School At Houston
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Kurt Philip Merkelz has 2 locations

Eyitayo Odeniyi

1770 Saint James Pl Ste 330Houston, TX 77056

Kurt Philip Merkelz Md

333 Matlage WaySugar Land, TX 77478

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Dr. Kurt Philip Merkelz, MDDr. Jessica Garcia, DODr. Salma Akbar, MDDr. Surendra Raythatha, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
32 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Houston , TXHouston , TXPearland , TXHumble , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Medical School At Houston Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Biosciences Med School: Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University Med School: M P Shah Government Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kurt Philip Merkelz

  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Iowa Total Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kurt Philip Merkelz has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kurt Philip Merkelz has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated in 1994

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Dr. Kurt Merkelz's office is located at 1770 Saint James Pl Ste 330, Houston, TX, 77056.
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