Summary

Dr. Lourdes Merlo has practiced internal medicine and hospice and palliative medicine for 37 years. She sees patients for respiratory failure and sepsis in the Bronx, New York.

Dr. Merlo completed her residency at Jamaica Hospital and earned her medical degree from Universidad Central de Venezuela. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Merlo 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • Jamaica Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Dr. Lourdes Gricel Merlo

1650 Grand ConcourseBronx, NY 10457

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37 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks French, Spanish
Bronx , NYBrooklyn , NYNew York , NYMount Vernon , NY
Med School: Universidad Central De Venezuela Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Tehran University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lourdes Gricel Merlo

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AIG - Workers’ Compensation
  • AmeriGroup
  • Amida Care - Medicaid
  • CenterLight Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicare
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • Hamaspik Choice - Medicare
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Horizon NJ Health - Medicaid
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • MVP Health Care - Medicaid
  • Senior Whole Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lourdes Gricel Merlo has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lourdes Gricel Merlo has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hospice & Palliative Med (internal Med)
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Lourdes Gricel Merlo holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Jamaica Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Central De Venezuela in 2009 and Universidad De Los Andes (Venezuela) Facultad De Medicina in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Merlo's NPI number is 1902035215.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Lourdes Merlo accepting new patients?
Dr. Lourdes Merlo has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Lourdes Merlo accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lourdes Merlo accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lourdes Merlo?
You can find contact information for Dr. Lourdes Merlo here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Lourdes Merlo's office located?
Dr. Lourdes Merlo's office is located at 1650 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY, 10457.
Does Dr. Lourdes Merlo accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Lourdes Merlo has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards

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