Summary

Dr. Veeranna Merla treats high cholesterol in children and teens, coronary artery disease, and coronary artery disease in women, and performs exercise electrocardiograms, dobutamine stress echocardiograms, and Doppler echocardiograms. He practices cardiology and has 28 years of experience.

Dr. Merla completed his residency at St. Josephs Medical Center and is affiliated with Putnam Hospital Center. He sees patients in Yorktown Heights, New York. He speaks Telugu. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Merla 3.6 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 28 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Telugu
  • St Josephs Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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28 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Telugu Speaks Hebrew, Yiddish Speaks English, Russian, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Yorktown Heights , NYSuffern , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: J J M Medical College Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Veeranna Choudary Merla

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Hamaspik
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • MVP
  • Northwell Direct
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VillageCareMax

Medical Specialties

Veeranna Choudary Merla has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Veeranna Choudary Merla has the following 15 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Veeranna Choudary Merla 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 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Josephs Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from J J M Medical College in 1998.

NPI Number

Veeranna Choudary Merla's NPI number is 1871540757.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Veeranna Merla's office located?
Veeranna Merla's office is located at 2649 Strang Blvd Ste 305, Yorktown Heights, NY, 10598.
Is Veeranna Merla accepting new patients?
Veeranna Merla is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Veeranna Merla's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Veeranna Merla accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Veeranna Merla has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Veeranna Merla accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Veeranna Merla accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Veeranna Merla affiliated with?
Veeranna Merla is affiliated with Putnam Hospital Center.

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