Summary

Dr. Venkat Merla specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adults with a wide range of health conditions. He earned his medical degree from Guntur Medical College and brings 23 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Merla communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Merla practices at Kaiser Permanente Lancaster Medical Offices and maintains affiliations with Mercy Hospital Joplin, Reid Health, and Antelope Valley Hospital in Lancaster, California. He focuses on managing diabetes, including Type 2 diabetes in both adults and young patients. His practice includes ordering important diagnostic tests such as comprehensive blood work and complete blood counts to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 23 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Guntur Medical College
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Venkat Rao Merla has 2 locations

Kaiser Permanente Lancaster Medical Offices

43112 15th St WLancaster, CA 93534
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Antelope Valley Hospital

1600 W Avenue JLancaster, CA 93534

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Venkat Rao Merla

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Venkat Rao Merla has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Venkat Rao Merla has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Guntur Medical CollegeGraduated in 2003

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Dr. Venkat Merla speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Venkat Merla's office located?
Dr. Venkat Merla's office is located at 43112 15th St W, Lancaster, CA, 93534.
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