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Summary
Dr. Richard Mermelstein treats obesity and overweight, high cholesterol in children and teens, and hyperlipidemia. He practices internal medicine and rheumatology and is affiliated with Northwell Health Plainview Hospital in Plainview, New York. He earned his medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 12 years of experience
- St Georges University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Evan Mermelstein has 2 locationsPrine Rheumatology
524 Old Country RdPlainview, NY 11803 Tel: (516) 938-6659
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 12 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Plainview , NY | Flushing , NY | Flushing , NY | Eastchester , NY |
| Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine | Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine | Med School: St. Georges University School of Medicine Grenada | Med School: Universita Degli Studi Di Bologna |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Evan Mermelstein
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Evan Mermelstein has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Evan Mermelstein has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
12 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Evan Mermelstein 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
Medical School
Graduated from St Georges University School Of Medicine in 2014.
NPI Number
Dr. Mermelstein's NPI number is 1629488440.
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- Where is Dr. Richard Mermelstein's office located?
- Dr. Richard Mermelstein's office is located at 888 Old Country Rd, Plainview, NY, 11803.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Mermelstein affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Mermelstein is affiliated with Northwell Health Plainview Hospital.
- Does Dr. Richard Mermelstein accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Mermelstein accepts on their Vitals profile.
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