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Dr. James Merritt III, MD

Ophthalmology*

4.2 (31)

Dallas, TX

Accepting new patients

46 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. James Merritt III, MD

Dr. James Merritt III, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Dallas, TX. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 46 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from University of Texas Health San Antonio School of Dentistry and is affiliated with Texas Institute for Surgery at Texas Health Presbyterian Dallas. Patients rated Dr. Merritt III an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Merritt III works at Practice in Dallas, TX with other offices in Plano, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis) and Ectropion of Eyelid along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna 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. Merritt III's Office Locations

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Oculoplastic Associates of Texas
8230 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 508, Dallas, TX 75231 Directions (214) 369-0555
2

Foremost Anesthesia
7115 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75231 Directions (214) 647-5300
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Oculoplastic Associates of Texas
1708 Coit Rd Ste 200, Plano, TX 75075 Directions (214) 369-0555

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Texas Institute for Surgery at Texas Health Presbyterian Dallas

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4.2

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About Dr. James Merritt III, MD

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Ophthalmology
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Years of Experience

46 years of experience

Languages Spoken

English

NPI Number

1801850763

Education & Certifications

Medical Education

University of Texas Health San Antonio School of Dentistry

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology

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Is Dr. James Merritt III, MD accepting new patients?

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

Does Dr. James Merritt III, MD accept my insurance?

Dr. Merritt III accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Does Dr. James Merritt III, MD offer telehealth services?

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

What practice does Dr. James Merritt III, MD work with?

Dr. Merritt III works at Practice in Dallas, TX with other offices in Plano, TX. View the full addresses on Dr. Merritt III’s profile.

What are common conditions Dr. James Merritt III, MD treats?

Dr. Merritt III has seen patients for Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis) and Ectropion of Eyelid, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Merritt III on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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31 patients have reviewed Dr. Merritt III. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Merritt III.

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Dr. James Merritt III, MD

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