Merick S Kirshner, MD

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

Merick S Kirshner is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) specialist based in Phoenix, AZ with over 36 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(602) 952-0002Phoenix, AZ
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Merick S Kirshner, MD has practiced thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) for 36+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in 1990 and has 36+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS data).

1 of 21 Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) providers in AZSee all Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Phoenix36+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 1793dNPPES updated 2021-06-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arizona Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2777 E Camelback Rd Ste 200, Phoenix, AZ 85016-4352

Fax: (602) 224-9119
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Ischemic Heart Disease.

Hypertension
75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Ischemic Heart Disease
75%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Heart Failure
64%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

Atrial Fibrillation
60%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

Arthritis
48%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Chronic Kidney Disease
42%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Diabetes
39%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1990

    Temple University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jun 24, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 36 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

Taxonomy: 208G00000X

Education & Training

Temple University School of Medicine (Class of 1990)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 98819, Las Vegas, NV 89193

Differs from practice location

Virtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Merick S Kirshner

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Merick S Kirshner for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Phoenix required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Merick S Kirshner

NPI records show Dr. Kirshner as active with telehealth listed in Phoenix, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (602) 952-0002.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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