38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merkel, Medical Oncologist in Evanston, IL?
Dr. Douglas Merkel, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Merkel graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program. Dr. Merkel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merkel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merkel’s office at (847) 570-2112.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Merkel?
Dr. Douglas Merkel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Merkel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Evanston, IL community, Dr. Merkel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Merkel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Merkel board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Merkel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Merkel speak?
Dr. Merkel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Merkel typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Merkel 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. Merkel. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Merkel typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Merkel may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Merkel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merkel accept my insurance?
Dr. Merkel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 570-2112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merkel accept in Evanston, IL?
Dr. Merkel in Evanston, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Northshore University Healthsystem
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merkel's office located?
What is Dr. Merkel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235156811.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merkel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merkel
What is Dr. Douglas Merkel's specialty?
Dr. Merkel is a Medical Oncologist near Evanston, IL.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Douglas Merkel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merkel is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital 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
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Is Douglas Merkel accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Merkel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Merkel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merkel's office at (847) 570-2112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Merkel?
Please contact Dr. Merkel's office at (847) 570-2112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Merkel have?
Dr. Douglas Merkel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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