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  • Ophthalmology, Surgery
  • Accepting new patients
  • 11 years of experience
  • Merkley Eye Surgery Center 3581 E Overland Rd, Meridian, ID 83642
  • (208) 683-8207

Brief Intro

Dr. Michael B. Merkley, MD,  is a highly experienced, board-certified Ophthalmologist. Dr. Merkley has committed his career to perfecting refractive surgery, focusing on getting each of his patients out of glasses. His carefully curated procedures ensure that, regardless of your candidacy for laser surgery, there is a tailored solution available to help you achieve clear vision without the need for contact lenses or glasses.

Expertise includes:

  • Laser Eye Surgery
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Lasik
  • Smile
  • Evo ICL
  • PRK & more.

Dr. Merkley earned his Medical Degree from Wilford Hall Medical and Saint Louis University, followed by the completion of his Surgical Internship and Residency at the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium. His career began at the Air Force’s largest hospital, the David Grant Medical Center, where he performed vision procedures for active Air Force and military members, retirees, and their families. Dr. Merkley takes pride in providing corrective eye surgery for patients, bringing his full attention and care to every procedure, from minor fixes to life-changing LASIK eye surgery. For Dr. Merkley, restored vision means more than simply no longer needing glasses or contacts.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Ophthalmology Residency - San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium

INTERNSHIP

Surgical Internship - San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium

MEDICAL SCHOOL

St Louis University School Of Medicine - 2014

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • Merkley Eye Surgery Center
  • 3581 E Overland Rd, Meridian, ID 83642
  • Mon:9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Tue:9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Wed:Closed
    Thu:9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Fri:9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Ophthalmology
  • Surgery

Conditions Addressed

  • Cataract
  • Treatment of Refractive Errors (LASIK)
  • Myopia (Nearsightedness)
  • Hyperopia (Farsightedness)
  • Astigmatism
  • Presbyopia (Aging Eyes)
  • Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
  • Keratoconus
  • Pterygium
  • Corneal Disease
  • Premium Lens Surgery
  • Nearsightedness Myopia
  • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
  • Blurring of Vision
  • Blurry Vision
  • Corneal Abrasion
  • Glaucoma
  • Glaucoma Visual Field & Tonometry Testing
  • Acute glaucoma
  • Boils and Styes
  • Chalazion
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Procedures Performed

  • Laser Eye Surgery
  • Laser Eye Surgery (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
  • Cataract Surgery (Phacoemulsification)
  • Lasik
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Lasik Consultation
  • Lasik Surgery
  • LASIK surgery co-management
  • Contoura Vision Lasik
  • Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK)
  • Lens and Cataract Procedures
  • Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery
  • Eye Health Exams
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Eyelid Ptosis Repair
  • Blepharoplasty (Eye Lift)
  • Visian Toric ICL
  • Secondary Cataract
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • CHAMPVA
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MediGold
  • Medicaid
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Brand New Day
  • SelectHealth
  • Humana
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Optum Health
  • Transamerica
  • Alignment Health Plan
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