Overview
Jim Mertz is a Nephrologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Mertz is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
4320 Wornall Rd Ste 208, Kansas City, MO 64111
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jim Mertz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jim Mertz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jim Mertz by calling their office at 816-932-2588. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jim Mertz a top-rated expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jim Mertz is classified as an Advanced expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Jim Mertz specialize in?
While Dr. Jim Mertz is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.
Does Dr. Jim Mertz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jim Mertz has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). You can view a list of Dr. Jim Mertz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jim Mertz accept my insurance?
Dr. Jim Mertz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 816-932-2588 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Mertz isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Mertz isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Experienced
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Mertz isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Mertz isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Mertz isExperienced. Learn about Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.