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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merk, Internist in Fort Bliss, TX?
Dr. Alexander Merk, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Bliss, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Merk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merk’s office at (915) 742-2180.
What languages does Dr. Merk speak?
Dr. Merk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Merk treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Merk diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Merk. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Merk perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alexander Merk may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Merk's office.
Does Dr. Merk accept my insurance?
Dr. Merk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 742-2180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merk accept in Fort Bliss, TX?
Dr. Merk in Fort Bliss, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Merk's office located?
Dr. Alexander Merk's Primary Practice
18511 Highlander Medics St
Fort Bliss, TX 79906
(915) 742-2180
What is Dr. Merk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437721735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merk
What is Dr. Alexander Merk's specialty?
Dr. Merk is a Internist near Fort Bliss, TX.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Merk to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alexander Merk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merk is affiliated with University Medical Center of El Paso which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Alexander Merk accepting new patients in Fort Bliss, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Merk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Merk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merk's office at (915) 742-2180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Merk?
Please contact Dr. Merk's office at (915) 742-2180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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