Dr. Venkat Rao Merla
Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 22+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Venkat Rao Merla, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Alexandria, Louisiana. He attended and graduated from medical school in 2003, having over 22 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Chilton Medical Center, Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital, Lafayette General Medical Center, Saint Clare's Hospital. Dr. Venkat Rao Merla also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Texas Pllc. Dr. Venkat Rao Merla accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (318) 487-1122 to request Dr. Venkat Rao Merla the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Venkat Rao Merla |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
2163683590 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
- Emergency Medicine
Experience
- Over 22 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Venkat Rao Merla graduated from medical school in 2003.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1366719023
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, November 23, 2011
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Venkat Rao Merla
Medical Licenses
Dr. Venkat Rao Merla has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 22 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine 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.
| MD.204590 | Louisiana |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Pompton Plains, New Jersey | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Alexandria, Louisiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
| Lafayette, Louisiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Denville, New Jersey | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Texas Pllc
| Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Texas Pllc | 584 |
Practice Locations
3330 Masonic Dr
Alexandria, LA 71301-3841
Phone: (318) 487-1122
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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Thursday, January 5, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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Dr. Venkat Rao Merla [NPI: 1366719023]Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine