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Dr. Melissa Merhege, MD

Pain Medicine
4.8 (19)
Map Pin Small Albuquerque, NM
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14 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Melissa Merhege, MD

Dr. Melissa Merhege, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM. They specialize in Pain Medicine, has 14 years of experience, and is board certified in Pain Medicine. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO / MAIN CAMPUS and is affiliated with Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace Westside Hospital and Lovelace Women's Hospital.

Dr. Merhege works at Lovelace Unm Rehabilitation Hospital LLC Pain Clinc in Albuquerque, NM. They frequently treat conditions like Low Back Pain, Chronic Pain and Back Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Merhege's Office Locations

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    Lovelace Unm Rehabilitation Hospital LLC Pain Clinc
    500 Walter St NE Ste 213, Albuquerque, NM 87102 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (505) 727-7177

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  • Lovelace Medical Center
  • Lovelace Westside Hospital
  • Lovelace Women's Hospital

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    Jan 06, 2023
    I would highly recommend Dr. Merhege and this pain management office - the staff was very accommodating and kind and Dr. Merhege is an outstanding doctor who is compassionate and professional!
    Ralph M Oropello — Jan 06, 2023
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    About Dr. Melissa Merhege, MD

    Specialties
    • Pain Medicine
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    Years of Experience
    • 14 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1003111873
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO / MAIN CAMPUS
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Pain Medicine and Psychiatry
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Merhege has an average wait time of Over 45 minutes at their office(s).

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

    Dr. Merhege works at Lovelace Unm Rehabilitation Hospital LLC Pain Clinc in Albuquerque, NM. View the full address on Dr. Merhege’s profile.

    Dr. Merhege has seen patients for Low Back Pain, Chronic Pain and Back Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Merhege on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    19 patients have reviewed Dr. Merhege. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Merhege.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Merhege, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Merhege appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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