Summary

Dr. Robert Merz is a cardiovascular disease specialist who earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in Boston. He completed his internship, residency, and fellowship at the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, finishing his cardiovascular fellowship in 1986. With 45 years of experience in cardiology, Dr. Merz speaks both English and Spanish.

Dr. Merz practices at the Pacific Heart Institute in Santa Monica, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Providence Saint Johns Health Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, including heart conditions specific to women, and myocardial ischemia. His expertise includes performing angiograms, providing comprehensive cardiac care, and conducting cardiac stress testing. Patients rate Dr. Merz 4.8 out of 5 stars on average for his cardiovascular care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 45 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University of California San Francisco School of Medicine
  • 39 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Pacific Heart Institute

2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 280WSanta Monica, CA 90404

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Robert Harold Merz, MDDr. Abhishek Sinha, MDDr. Raghav Sharma, MDDoddie Louise Wilson
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.6 
45 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English, Spanish
Santa Monica , CAEncino , CAWinter Park , FLBurbank , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Boston MA Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Robert Harold Merz

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO - Trio
  • Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Shield of CA PPO
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coventry/First Health PPO
  • Health Net HMO
  • Health Net PPO
  • HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Multiplan PPO
  • SCAN Medicare Advantage
  • TriWest - Tricare
  • United Healthcare HMO
  • United HealthCare PPO
  • US Family Health Plan - TriCare
  • Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Medical Specialties

Robert Harold Merz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Robert Harold Merz has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Robert Harold Merz holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of California San Francisco School of Medicine in 1986.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of California San Francisco School of Medicine in 1984.

Internship

Completed their internship at University of California San Francisco School of Medicine in 1982.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School Boston MA in 1981 and Harvard Medical School in 1981.

NPI Number

Robert Harold Merz's NPI number is 1770580102.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Robert Merz's office located?
Robert Merz's office is located at 2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 280W, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
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Which hospitals is Robert Merz affiliated with?
Robert Merz is affiliated with Providence Saint Johns Health Center and Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.

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