Merritt Adams, MD
Merritt Adams, MD
Conditions and Treatments
Conditions and Treatments
Ratings and Reviews
5.075 Ratings 47 Comments |
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|---|---|
| Listened to me | 5.0 |
| Cared about me | 5.0 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 5.0 |
| Included me in decisions about my care | 5.0 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- March 21, 2023 Dr. Adams has been a big reason for the success I have had in the weight loss program. Her support through education, listening, feedback, and medical care has given me everything that I need to succeed. I look forward to every appointment I have with her.
- March 21, 2023 Dr. Adams connects on a daily level - speaking in terms anyone can understand. She is so upbeat it really helps me want to achieve my goal.
- March 18, 2023 She was well prepped prior to the appointment, she asked questions, she listened was compassionate, she explained things in a manner I could understand, she was encouraging, she came up with a plan moving forward.
- March 5, 2023 I was very nervous at my visit, Dr. Adams made me feel at ease.
- February 22, 2023 Dr was very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. She listened, answered any questions I had and gave good suggestions.
- February 14, 2023 Dr. Adams is wonderful. Extremely knowledgeable and helpful but also empathetic. She understands the very real, very significant emotional aspect of weight management. She acknowledges that "eat less, move more" is a simplistic and often ineffective approach. People who struggle with weight need more doctors to do that.
- February 14, 2023 The Virtual visits are easier for me as I work from home and keep my grandson. Dr. Adams listened to my concerns and helped to come up with a solution going forward
- February 12, 2023 She takes her time to listen to your concerns and as noted before is very knowledgeable about the matters at hand. I would recommend her without hesitation.
- February 2, 2023 Dr. Adams discussed my options to continue in my weight loss journey, we agreed on the program that was best for me at this time. She listens to my concerns and doesn't rush me like I'm a number, treats me with respect and explains everything so that I can understand.
- February 2, 2023 Dr. Adams is always very professional and easy to talk with.
- January 31, 2023 Dr. Adams is a fantastic provider, listener and truly understands life can have ups and downs.
- January 31, 2023 She was very well educated and listened to all my concerns and provided me with answers
- January 28, 2023 Dr. Merritt was wonderful. She discussed my test result findings and how I could improve the issues found in depth.
- January 25, 2023 Dr Adams sis the best. She clearly understands what you are going through and she provides the care that you need when you need it.
- January 18, 2023 It is a pleasure to have Dr. Adams as one of my medical providers. She is clearly an expert in her field, very caring, allocates plenty of time for appointments and strives to help her patients reach success in improving their health through this customized weight loss program.
- January 18, 2023 Dr. Adams has been the BEST part of my weight loss journey. She is compassionate yet firm. She is extremely knowledgeable and helpful with ideas to make this goal a success. I have attempted this weight mgmt two other times. Because of Dr. Adams - this time will be my personal success to a healthier slimmer life.
- January 11, 2023 I liked Merritt Adams personality. She listened to everything I had to say and I didn’t feel like I was being judged or unheard. She has a positive vibe. I hope I get to speak with her again.
- December 17, 2022 Love Dr. Adam??s. She listens, she responds, she??s personable, she??s encouraging.
- December 15, 2022 She is the best!
- December 5, 2022 Dr. Adams speaks in layman's terms. She doesn't sugar coat anything. However, she lets her patients (me) know how very much she cares about me and the success of my Health utilizing weight mgmt. I have been to Greensboro and Winston Clinics - I have seen almost every provider in weight mgmt. Dr. Adams, by far, is the best at her bedside manner while still being professional and honest. Love Dr. Adams! Thank you
- November 24, 2022 Dr. Adams is very approachable, and provides excellent insight and ideas re: my overall health.
- November 23, 2022 Very easy to talk to. Never tries to rush. Very personabile. Just love my time with her.
- November 19, 2022 Dr. Adam's is amazing and always willing to help anyway she can. She always celebrates my successes with me and helps me decide new things to try.
- November 19, 2022 Dr. Adams is a great doctor. Weight management is a tricky thing, and so often people who are overweight are made to feel bad about it. Not Dr. Adams. Always positive, supportive, and empathetic. I especially like the way she explains things, using the science behind nutrition, exercise, etc. to connect the dots. I can then apply my new knowledge to making lifestyle changes that support my weight loss.
- November 12, 2022 I always feel respected and heard t our visits. I am so thankful I chose this practice as I am learning to appreciate my body and knowing that I had not imagined the difficulty I??ve had losing weight- especially after understanding a key part was not my fault.
- November 5, 2022 Dr Adam??s was very easy to talk to and she made sure I understood what and how to continue my program.
- October 31, 2022 Dr. Adams has a very warm approach, listens, discusses things in an easy to understand use of words and not in a hurry to get in and get out.
- October 30, 2022 For the first time in 30+ years, I am beginning to lose weight. I am very grateful to everyone who is helping me on the weight management team.
- October 27, 2022 M. Adams, MD is a great listener and appears to have my interest concerning my health.
- October 11, 2022 Dr. Adams is always very friendly, knowledgeable and supportive of my participation and results. Speaking with her is reassuring.
- September 30, 2022 Dr. Adam??s listened and tried to explain things to me clearly.
- September 28, 2022 Dr. Adams is sensitive and approachable. She explains things well with a proactive, positive approach instead of a critical one. She is results- and solutions-focused.
- September 21, 2022 Dr Merritt Adams is a great physician and I would highly recommend her to everyone. Her ability to explain things and even more her listening is of the highest quality. She's truly one of Atrium Health's greatest assets. I've learned so much from her about managing my weight and my other medical conditions.
- September 19, 2022 Dr. Adams is an excellent counselor! She was able to provide me with honest, useful feedback. I am working on implementing her suggestions. She is also very encouraging and supportive!
- September 18, 2022 I enjoy working with Dr. Adams. It is like having a personal cheerleader. She met me where I was and helped walk me through options and create a game plan to move forward.
- September 4, 2022 Adams, seems to have my best interest. She is a good listener and provides great feedback.
- September 3, 2022 Dr. Adams always take the time to listen to my concerns and worries and always develops a plan of care that suits me best. She is so compassionate and caring.
- August 8, 2022 Dr. Adams is great. She always takes the time to really hear me. I always feel my appointments go well. She listens, answers any question I have and really explains her answers of what's happening. She will give you options and never makes me feel rushed at all.
- July 31, 2022 Extremely friendly, took interest in my health and history of medical problems, offered advice regarding the program and my goals, explained everything regarding the program and what to expect.
- July 26, 2022 She is a wonderful listener and takes all the time that is needed to thoroughly explain things. She lets me ask any questions I may have without ever making the visit feel rushed. As a patient, Dr. Adams is one if the best physicians I have!
- July 13, 2022 She and the rest of the weight loss team have been a lifeline during a realy bad time for me.
- June 30, 2022 Dr. Adams always hears me out and listens to my opinions or concerns instead of stuffing unnecessary information down my throat! Love her!
- June 30, 2022 Dr. Adams is very compassionate, understanding, listens to what I have to say and address any concerns I have. She truly believes in helping her patients and makes care decisions with the patient, she asks you if that works for you and she makes sure you understand what you need to do in order to get healthy.
- June 7, 2022 I did previously. But Dr. Adams heard what I said and wanted to assist me in my journey and included me in the plan.
- May 28, 2022 Motivational Have already recommended to another
- May 23, 2022 Dr Adams has been a great influence with my weight loss journey. She truly cares about her patients and it shows.
- May 14, 2022 Dr. Adams is the best part of the program. She comes down to my level of knowledge without being patronizing and lifts me up to a level of understanding that I need to succeed. I owe so much to her for her kind and knowledgeable approach to my health. Not only do I feel she is a friend that I can tell anything to, but a provider that I can trust my life with as well.
Locations
Weight Management Center - Westchester
Formerly known as Weight Management Center - Gatewood
Credentials
Education
- MD, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, 2015
Residency
- Internal Medicine, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, 2018
Fellowship
- Internal Medicine, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, 2019
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine
Positions
- Physician
- Assistant Professor, Bariatric and Weight Management Center
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC