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Dr. James Merritt IV, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.5 (35)
Map Pin Small Myrtle Beach, SC
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. James Merritt IV, MD

Dr. James Merritt IV, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Myrtle Beach, SC. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 24 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Medical University of South Carolina and is affiliated with Grand Strand Medical Center. Dr. Merritt IV, completed a residency at Medical University of South Carolina. Patients rated Dr. Merritt IV an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Merritt IV works at Ortho SC in Myrtle Beach, SC. They frequently treat conditions like Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Cigna and UnitedHealthCare as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Merritt IV's Office Locations

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    Ortho SC
    210 Village Center Blvd Ste 200, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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Arthrocentesis
Steroid Injection
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Bursitis
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Joint Pain
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Baker’s Cyst
Bursitis of Hip
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Broken Arm
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Piriformis Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Shoulder Fracture
Spinal Stenosis
Wrist Fracture
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Broken Neck
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Stress Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Injuries
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Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Runner's Knee
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Bursal Drainage
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Replacement
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Dislocation
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Joint Surgery
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spine Fracture Treatment
Total Hip Replacement
Trigger Point Injection
Wound Repair
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 24 years of experience
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    • 1245296862
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Medical University of South Carolina
    Residency
    Internship
    • Medical University of South Carolina
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    Medical Education
    • Medical University of South Carolina
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    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Grand Strand Medical Center

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    Dr. James Merritt IV, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Merritt IV is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Merritt IV works at Ortho SC in Myrtle Beach, SC. View the full address on Dr. Merritt IV’s profile.

    Dr. Merritt IV has seen patients for Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Merritt IV on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    35 patients have reviewed Dr. Merritt IV. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Merritt IV.

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