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Perry J Merillat

Perry J Merillat, DO

Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Sports Medicine

Accepting New Patients
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Affiliations

  • Corewell Health Ludington Hospital

Locations

  1. Corewell Health Ludington Hospital Multispecialty Center - Atkinson Orthopedics

Experience

Education

  • Fellowship: Wayne State University, Sports Medicine, 2021
  • Residency: Garden City Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2020
  • Medical School: University of Pikeville Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), 2015

Board Certifications

  • Orthopedic Surgery: American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery, 2025

Insurance

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  • Aetna/Cofinity
  • Align Senior Care MI
  • BCBS Medicare Advantage Plus Blue
  • BCBS PPO
  • BCBS Traditional
  • Blue Care Network
  • Blue Care Network Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Cross Complete
  • Cigna
  • Coventry First Health
  • HAP/ASR
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Humana Military (Tricare East)
  • McLaren Commercial
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Meridian AmBetter
  • Meridian Complete (MI Health LINK) Dual Eligible
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • Molina Medicaid/MiChild/Marketplace (Health Plus)
  • Molina Medicare
  • Priority Health Choice Medicaid
  • Priority Health HMO/PPO
  • Priority Health Medicare Advantage
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Trinity Health Plan of MI
  • UHC/Optum (VA Community Care Network)
  • UM Health Plan
  • United Health Care Commercial
  • United Health Care Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • United Health Care Dual Complete

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

250 ratings, 95 reviews

Corewell Health is committed to delivering high-quality and compassionate care. These ratings and reviews are transparent patient feedback collected via survey following a provider care experience that asks patients and families about the care they received.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    Took time to answer all my questions. Did not feel rushed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/18/2026

    I recommend Dr Merillat completely. When people find out I’ve had a knee and am doing so well, they ask me who my surgeon is. Most cannot believe I just had surgery and am walking so well. He did an awesome job and I’m very grateful!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Very considerate of my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/25/2026

    He takes the time to be sure you understand what he is explaining, he asks questions, he is very professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2026

    He is a great Dr

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Easy to understand and just tells you like it is going to be!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Helpfully in every way

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    He listens is honest and tells it like it is. And very caring and understanding. A good doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    He was very nice and informative

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    Explained things from beginning to where I am healing now. Explained the X-rays at each visit. Polite.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Knows his job

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    His explanations are very understandable and he listens to my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    I really appreciate his calming demeanour & experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    Understanding and knowledgeable clean cut and very professional. Happy to have him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    He was very thorough. He answered all my questions before I needed to ask them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Great dr

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Very thorough and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    I've always been very satisfied with Dr.Merrilst. I would definitely recommend him to others.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    Very nice man who does his job extremely well!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    Very helpful and cheerful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    He knew about my problems and new the steps ahead of seeing me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    He knows his stuff

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2025

    Very professional, very knowledgeable, good listener, easy to talk to, explains things in an easy to understand personable relaxed maner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    The doctor was friendly and knowledgeable. He took time to explain everything that I needed to know and wanted to know.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Dr. Merillat is very caring and I feel safe when I’m there.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    We are lucky to have a fine professional in LUDINGTON

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Explained everything in terms I could understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    I felt comfortable with the care plan. He answered all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Excellent doctor! Professional and knowledgeable, made sure I was comfortable and answered all of my questions along with excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Seems to be rushed but also takes the time to answer questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Dr Merillat is a Dr I would recommend! Sharon his assistant is great as well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    Confident!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    It was explained very well I see no change needed I was very comfortable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Easy to talk to and listens.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    All was good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Dr. Merillat was very personable, professional and friendly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    I felt he listened to me, reviewed X-ray with me and explained what to expect moving forward

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    He is amazing, very caring and concerned for your well being. He is one of God's special gifted people.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    He did great for me!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    was very patient and made sure I understood what had happened and what to expect

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Was very pleasant and explained things well but did seem a bit rushed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    Dr. Merillat is very professional and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    If I need his expertise, I am looking forward to seeing him again.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    He took the time to explain my problem to me in a way I could understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    He had photos of shoulder before and after surgery - this was very helpful to my wife and I.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/2/2025

    Explained everything in detail

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Miracles happen! Right choice! Good advice! Great office staff and nurses. Very kind!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Very lind

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    Would be nice if someone would just say we are a little behind and it might be awhile. Or tell me corewell is overwhelmed them and i would have totally understood

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    He was very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    He's a awesome Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/20/2025

    Just seems to really care about his patients no matter what age.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    I trust him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Very pleasant and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Answered questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/4/2025

    He always assures me that I can return anytime I have questions or concerns about my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/4/2025

    I hope he has confidence in me, that I will eventually return to him for help. I liked him and liked working with him on my shoulder problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    He was not in a hurry. He showed me my exrays, and explained the results and what they meant.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    The best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Good doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    He let me know what was happening and his explanations were very thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Very kind doctor, not pushy at all

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    He is a great doctor he never pressures into anything waits for you to decide when you want your surgery!!☺️

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    He is helpful in explaining issues and willing to work with you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    Very caring and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    Very caring Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/21/2025

    He was very empathetic to my needs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Dr Merillat was Awesome!! Did a great job explaining and making sure I understood everything

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2025

    Did a great job on my shoulder surgery

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/14/2025

    He is a very nice and caring doctor, I felt very comfortable with his care of my knee problem. He certainly knows what he is doing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    He was friendly & showed me the x-ray picture taken that day

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    Dr showed concern. He was patient and understood my issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/26/2025

    He was very professional yet able to communicate in a way that most people understood. I appreciate that he did not keep me coming back. He was pleased with the results and the healing and said it was not necessary to return unless an issue developed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Dr. Merillat did a great job at making both myself & my child feel comfortable. I felt like he took his time to thoroughly explain the care plan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2025

    Always caring about my needs

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/12/2025

    First visit to Dr Merillat. It was an excellent experience!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/1/2025

    They are all great and my treatment and surgery was very successful. The hospital/facility/ doctors I will recommend and return to! Thank you to everyone who had a part in my care. 😊🤗

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2025

    Never made like he didn't care about my decisions!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/11/2025

    Everything was explained so I could understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/9/2025

    Very helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2025

    Wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/1/2025

    They were very helpful. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/1/2025

    Best careing and kind and respectful providers

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/6/2025

    They listened to me and answered all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/5/2025

    Dr. Perry Merillat is a great listener.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2025

    He is easy to talk to, doesn't make me feel rushed

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2025

    feel rushed in rushed out

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2025

    Overall a very positive experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2025

    Dr Merillat was wonderful!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2025

    Very helpful