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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garcia, Family Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Melissa Garcia, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Garcia completed her residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Garcia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia’s office at (505) 268-1480.
Where did Dr. Garcia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm
Is Dr. Garcia board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Garcia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garcia speak?
Dr. Garcia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garcia typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garcia 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. Garcia. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Overweight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E663: Overweight
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garcia typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Garcia may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garcia accept my insurance?
Dr. Garcia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 268-1480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garcia accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Garcia in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Garcia's office located?
Dr. Melissa Garcia's Primary Practice
1515 Eubank Blvd SE
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 268-1480
What is Dr. Garcia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356435721.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garcia
What is Dr. Melissa Garcia's specialty?
Dr. Garcia is a Family Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Melissa Garcia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garcia is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Melissa Garcia accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Garcia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Garcia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (505) 268-1480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Garcia?
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (505) 268-1480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Garcia have?
Dr. Melissa Garcia is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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