Summary

Dr. Michael B. Merkley, MD,  is a highly experienced, board-certified Ophthalmologist. Dr. Merkley has committed his career to perfecting refractive surgery, focusing on getting each of his patients out of glasses. His carefully curated procedures ensure that, regardless of your candidacy for laser surgery, there is a tailored solution available to help you achieve clear vision without the need for contact lenses or glasses.

Expertise includes:

  • Laser Eye Surgery
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Lasik
  • Smile
  • Evo ICL
  • PRK & more.

Dr. Merkley earned his Medical Degree from Wilford Hall Medical and Saint Louis University, followed by the completion of his Surgical Internship and Residency at the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium. His career began at the Air Force’s largest hospital, the David Grant Medical Center, where he performed vision procedures for active Air Force and military members, retirees, and their families. Dr. Merkley takes pride in providing corrective eye surgery for patients, bringing his full attention and care to every procedure, from minor fixes to life-changing LASIK eye surgery. For Dr. Merkley, restored vision means more than simply no longer needing glasses or contacts.

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Office Location

Merkley Eye Surgery Center

3581 E Overland RdMeridian, ID 83642
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 12 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ophthalmology Residency - San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium
  • 1 written review
  • 5 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael B. Merkley

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Anthem BCBS
  • Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Most insurances accepted. Call us with any questions.
  • United Health Care

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael B. Merkley has the following 5 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael B. Merkley has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Astigmatism
  • Cataract
  • Laser Eye Surgery
  • LASIK
  • LASIK Eye Surgeon
  • Myopia
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Presbyopia
  • Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ophthalmology Residency - San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium

Internship

Surgical Internship - San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium

Medical School

St Louis University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2014

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Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Merkley affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Merkley is affiliated with St. Lukes KC, Ascension Saint Alexius, West Valley Medical Center, and Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center.
Does Dr. Michael Merkley accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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