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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Merced, Internist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Teresa Merced, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Merced is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merced’s office at (310) 286-0122.
Is Dr. Merced board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Merced, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Merced speak?
Dr. Merced and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Merced typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Merced 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. Merced. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Merced typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Teresa Merced 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. Merced's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Merced accept my insurance?
Dr. Merced accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 286-0122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Merced accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Merced in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Heritage Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Merced's office located?
Dr. Teresa Merced's Primary Practice
2080 Century Park E Ste 507
Los Angeles, CA 90067
(310) 286-0122
Dr. Teresa Merced's Practice 2
6344 Topanga Canyon Blvd Ste 2040
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
What is Dr. Merced's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Merced's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083645550.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merced?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Merced
What is Dr. Teresa Merced's specialty?
Dr. Merced is a Internist near Los Angeles, 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. Teresa Merced affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Merced is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Teresa Merced accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Merced is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Teresa Merced offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Merced's office at (310) 286-0122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Teresa Merced?
Please contact Dr. Merced's office at (310) 286-0122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Teresa Merced have?
Dr. Teresa Merced is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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