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Dr. Anita Mercado, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Alhambra, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mercado, Family Medicine Specialist in Alhambra, CA?

    Dr. Anita Mercado, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alhambra, CA. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Mercado graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed her residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Mercado is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mercado’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mercado’s office at (626) 289-5181.

    Where did Dr. Mercado go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Family Medicine | Henry Ford Hospital | Henry Ford Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery

    Is Dr. Mercado board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Mercado, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mercado speak?

    Dr. Mercado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mercado typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mercado 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. Mercado. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • History of Falls
    • Falls
    • Previous falls
    • Recurrent falls
    • Risk of falling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9181: History of falling

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mercado typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Anita Mercado may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mercado's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mercado accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mercado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 289-5181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mercado accept in Alhambra, CA?

    Dr. Mercado in Alhambra, 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 Commercial

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

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    Where is Dr. Mercado's office located?

    Dr. Anita Mercado's Primary Practice

    1024 S Garfield Ave

    Alhambra, CA 91801

    (626) 289-5181

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    What is Dr. Mercado's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mercado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912089970.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mercado?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mercado

    What is Dr. Anita Mercado's specialty?

    Dr. Mercado is a Family Medicine Specialist near Alhambra, CA.

    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 Dr. Anita Mercado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mercado is affiliated with Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Usc Arcadia Hospital, Redlands Community Hospital 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 Dr. Anita Mercado accepting new patients in Alhambra, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Mercado is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anita Mercado offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mercado's office at (626) 289-5181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Anita Mercado?

    Please contact Dr. Mercado's office at (626) 289-5181 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mercado's office located?

    Dr. Mercado's office is located in Alhambra, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anita Mercado have?

    Dr. Anita Mercado is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.