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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meridores, Internist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Tessy Meridores, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Meridores graduated from Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine and completed her residency at Fairview Hospital Program. Dr. Meridores is fluent in English, Chinese, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meridores’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meridores’s office.
Where did Dr. Meridores go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fairview Hospital Program
Medical School: Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine
Is Dr. Meridores board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tessy Meridores, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Meridores speak?
Dr. Meridores and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Tagalog
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Meridores typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Meridores diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Meridores. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Meridores typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Tessy Meridores may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Meridores' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Meridores accept my insurance?
Dr. Meridores accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meridores accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Meridores in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Meridores' office located?
What is Dr. Meridores's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meridores's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194991620.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meridores?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meridores
What is Dr. Tessy Meridores's specialty?
Dr. Meridores is a Internist near Sacramento, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Tessy Meridores affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meridores is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Tessy Meridores accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tessy Meridores is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tessy Meridores offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meridores's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tessy Meridores?
Please contact Dr. Meridores's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tessy Meridores have?
Dr. Tessy Meridores is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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501 J St
Sacramento, CA 95814