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Merit Health Care, P.C. (Sylacauga) is a nephrology-focused healthcare provider offering diagnostic testing and treatment for kidney disease, including acute and chronic kidney disease, diabetic kidney disease, and kidney failure. The business is headquartered in Sylacauga, Alabama, and operates two offices in the area. Contact: 256-249-0028. Website: merit-healthcare.com. Note: No explicit location in Talladega listed; nearest listed location is Sylacauga, AL.

Clinic Type

Nephrology (multi-location group)

Address

291 James Payton Blvd., Sylacauga, AL 35150; 216 East Battle Street Suite A, Talladega, AL 35160

Phone

256-249-0028

Email

Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Services Offered

  • Nephrology
  • Kidney disease management
  • Chronic kidney disease
  • Acute kidney disease
  • Diabetic kidney disease
  • Kidney failure
  • In-office testing
  • Hemodialysis
  • Peritoneal dialysis
  • Home dialysis
  • Minimally invasive access creation for dialysis

Team

  • Ghayas Habach, MD, MPH, FASN — Nephrologist
  • Deborah Holderfield, CRNP — Nephrology

Insurance & Payment

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FAQs

What services are offered for kidney disease?

Comprehensive treatment services for acute and chronic kidney disease, diabetic kidney disease, and kidney failure, including in-office testing and multidisciplinary care.

What diagnostic tests are available?

A wide range of diagnostic testing and blood/urine testing to diagnose kidney-related conditions.

Do you offer dialysis services?

Yes, in-office services for hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, with education, equipment, and support for home dialysis.

Who is the nephrology team?

Board-certified nephrologist Ghayas Habach, MD, MPH, and team including Deborah Holderfield CRNP.

Where are the offices located?

Sylacauga office at 291 James Payton Blvd., Sylacauga, AL 35150; Talladega office at 216 East Battle Street Suite A, Talladega, AL 35160.

How can I book an appointment?

Call the office or book an appointment online.

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: very positive

  • Merit Health Care official website: 4.78 out of 5 stars (156 reviews)

Patients praise

  • Caring and attentive medical staff (Dr. Habach and team)
  • Professional, friendly environment and staff
  • Effective health treatment and communication
  • Good bedside manner

Common complaints

  • Increased wait times due to less frequent office availability in Talladega

"My experience at Merit Health Care has been outstanding from day one. Professional and friendly environment from check-in,lab work,medical care, sincere advice."

Merit Health Care Testimonials page

"Wish they were in Talladega more than they are though!!! Use to be in and out in 45 minutes to an hour and now that their not here as much, it takes longer!!! But still love this place!!!"

A Better Place (patient review)

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.

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