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Dr. Michael Merkley, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 57
Dr. Michael Merkley, MD
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Dr. Michael Merkley, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Peoria, IL.
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Dr. Michael Merkley, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 57
Peoria, IL
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience
Dr. Michael Merkley, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Peoria, IL.

About

Dr. Merkley graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Michael Merkley, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Peoria, IL and has 31 years experience. Dr. Merkley currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, Graham Hospital Association, Mason District Hospital and OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. Dr. Merkley has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Humerus Fracture and Rotator Cuff Tear among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Merkley received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Dr. Merkley's office accepts new patients. Dr. Merkley is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Humerus Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Joint Pain
Humerus Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Joint Pain
Humerus Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hip Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Arthrocentesis
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Fracture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Myelopathy
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rib Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scleroderma
Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
ACL Surgery
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Carpal Tunnel Release
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Herniated Disc Surgery
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Thoracic Outlet Decompression
Total Shoulder Replacement
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
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    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
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Locations

  1. 1 Midwest Orthopaedic Center S C.
    6000 N Allen Rd, Peoria, IL 61614
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (309) 691-1400
  2. 2 Pekin Orthopedic Center LTD.
    2351 Broadway St, Pekin, IL 61554
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (309) 691-1400

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Nov 27, 2024
His explanation of my problem and his recommendation for the repairs to my shoulder. Looking forward to getting it fixed.
— Nov 27, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

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Medical Education
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    1993
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Merkley, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Merkley's profile.

Dr. Merkley frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Humerus Fracture and Rotator Cuff Tear. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Michael Merkley, MD is affiliated with Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, Graham Hospital Association, Mason District Hospital and OSF Saint Francis Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Michael Merkley, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Carle Health Methodist Hospital

    221 NE Glen Oak Ave, Peoria, IL

  • Carle Health Proctor Hospital

    5409 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL

  • Carle Health Pekin Hospital

    600 S 13th St, Pekin, IL

  • Graham Hospital Association

    210 W Walnut St, Canton, IL

  • Mason District Hospital

    615 N Promenade St, Havana, IL

  • OSF Saint Francis Medical Center

    530 NE Glen Oak Ave, Peoria, IL