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Dr. Alan Merin, MD

Nephrology
5.0 (8)
Map Pin Small San Antonio, TX
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Alan Merin, MD

Dr. Alan Merin, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in San Antonio, TX. They specialize in Nephrology, has 47 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine and is affiliated with Methodist Hospital, Methodist Heart Hospital and Baptist Medical Center.

Dr. Merin works at Inova Diabetes Center Fair Oaks in San Antonio, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Diabetes With Renal Manifestations along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Merin's Office Locations

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    Texas Renal Associates
    903 Austin Hwy, San Antonio, TX 78209 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (210) 826-3700

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  • Methodist Hospital
  • Methodist Heart Hospital
  • Baptist Medical Center

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    About Dr. Alan Merin, MD

    Specialties
    • Nephrology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 47 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1366440547
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Southwestern
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Hosps Case West Res University
    Residency
    Internship
    • U Hosps-Case West Res U|University Hosps Case West Res University
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Alan Merin, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Merin is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Merin has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Merin works at Inova Diabetes Center Fair Oaks in San Antonio, TX. View the full address on Dr. Merin’s profile.

    Dr. Merin has seen patients for Diabetes With Renal Manifestations, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Merin on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    8 patients have reviewed Dr. Merin. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Merin.

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