Summary

Dr. Lourdes Merlo is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Central De Venezuela and completed her residency training at Jamaica Hospital. With 37 years of medical experience, Dr. Merlo has developed extensive expertise in caring for patients with complex medical conditions and providing comfort-focused care for those facing serious illnesses.

Dr. Merlo practices in Bronx, New York, where she treats patients with conditions such as respiratory failure, electrolyte imbalances, and COPD with additional health complications. Her clinical skills include providing emergency care, managing home infusion therapy, and performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart function. Patients have given Dr. Merlo an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her compassionate and skilled medical care.

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Quick Facts

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

Office Location

Dr. Lourdes Gricel Merlo

1650 Grand ConcourseBronx, NY 10457

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37 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Bronx , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Universidad Central De Venezuela Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: New York 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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Jamaica Hospital

Medical School

Universidad Central De VenezuelaGraduated in 2009
Universidad De Los Andes (Venezuela) Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 my insurance?
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