Overview
John Merkel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Effingham, Illinois.
Dr. Merkel is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Enlarged Liver, Visceromegaly, Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1207 Network Centre Dr Ste 3, Effingham, IL 62401
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John U. Merkel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John U. Merkel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John U. Merkel by calling their office at 217-857-6481. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John U. Merkel a top-rated expert for Chronic Cough?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John U. Merkel is classified as an Advanced expert for Chronic Cough, 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. John U. Merkel specialize in?
While Dr. John U. Merkel is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Chronic Cough, Enlarged Liver, and Visceromegaly. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.
Does Dr. John U. Merkel accept my insurance?
Dr. John U. Merkel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Health Alliance. We recommend calling the office directly at 217-857-6481 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.
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- Advanced
- Chronic CoughDr. Merkel isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Merkel isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- FaintingDr. Merkel isAdvanced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Merkel isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- HeadacheDr. Merkel isAdvanced. Learn about Headache.
- HypertensionDr. Merkel isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertension.
- VertigoDr. Merkel isAdvanced. Learn about Vertigo.
- VisceromegalyDr. Merkel isAdvanced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Experienced
- AbetalipoproteinemiaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Abetalipoproteinemia.
- Acute CystitisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Acute Cystitis.
- AnemiaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Apo A-I DeficiencyDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Apo A-I Deficiency.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional VertigoDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.
- CellulitisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Chorea-AcanthocytosisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Chorea-Acanthocytosis.
- Chronic Fatigue SyndromeDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- CirrhosisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- DehydrationDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Dehydration.
- DeliriumDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- DementiaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Dementia.
- DiarrheaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EmpyemaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Empyema.
- Familial Combined HyperlipidemiaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.
- Familial HDL DeficiencyDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Familial HDL Deficiency.
- Familial HypobetalipoproteinemiaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypobetalipoproteinemia.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Fish-Eye DiseaseDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Fish-Eye Disease.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Heart MurmursDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Heart Murmurs.
- High CholesterolDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- High Potassium LevelDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about High Potassium Level.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Hospital-Acquired PneumoniaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.
- Hyperlipidemia Type 3Dr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Hyperlipidemia Type 3.
- HypolipoproteinemiaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Hypolipoproteinemia.
- HypothyroidismDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Lung MetastasesDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Lung Metastases.
- LymphangitisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangitis.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- Morning SicknessDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- NecrosisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- OsteoporosisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Phlegmasia Cerulea DolensDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens.
- PneumoniaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Pneumonia.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- RingwormDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Ringworm.
- ShinglesDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Shingles.
- SinusitisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Sinusitis.
- SitosterolemiaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Sitosterolemia.
- Tangier DiseaseDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Tangier Disease.
- TenosynovitisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Thyroid StormDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Storm.
- TracheitisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Tracheitis.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- UreteroscopyDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)Dr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
- Urinary Tract Infection in ChildrenDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection in Children.
- Vitamin B12 DeficiencyDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin B12 Deficiency.
- VulvovaginitisDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Vulvovaginitis.
- XanthomaDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Xanthoma.