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Summary
With 32 years in family medicine, geriatric medicine, and hospice and palliative medicine, Dr. Kurt Merkelz treats hypertension, Alzheimer's disease, and hypertensive emergency, and performs hospice care, life-prolonging treatment, and palliative care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston and sees patients in Houston and Sugar Land, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Merkelz 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 32 years of experience
- 16 insurance plans accepted
- University Of Texas Medical School At Houston
- 3 specialties
- 12 areas of expertise
- 2 office locations
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Kurt Philip Merkelz has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Kurt Philip Merkelz, MD | Ruth Afor Awah, APRN, FNP-BC | Linda Lewis, FNP, MSN, BSN | Dr. Stephanie L Gross Pierce, MD |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 32 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Igbo | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Houston , TX | Houston , TX | Houston , TX | Humble , TX |
| Med School: University Of Texas Medical School At Houston | Med School: Regis College, Weston, Massachusetts | Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kurt Philip Merkelz
Medical Specialties
Dr. Kurt Philip Merkelz has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kurt Philip Merkelz has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Texas Medical School At Houston in 1994.
NPI Number
Dr. Merkelz's NPI number is 1932118767.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Kurt Merkelz's office located?
- Dr. Kurt Merkelz's office is located at 1770 Saint James Pl Ste 330, Houston, TX, 77056.
- Does Dr. Kurt Merkelz accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Kurt Merkelz has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Kurt Merkelz accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Kurt Merkelz accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kurt Merkelz?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Kurt Merkelz here on Vitals.
- Is Dr. Kurt Merkelz accepting new patients?
- Dr. Kurt Merkelz has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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