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Who is Dr. Mercado, Pediatrician in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Ma Cristina Mercado, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA. Dr. Mercado graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine and completed her residency at UMDNJ. Dr. Mercado is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mercado’s office at (831) 422-9066.
Where did Dr. Mercado go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UMDNJ
Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine | University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Mercado speak?
Dr. Mercado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Mercado typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Global Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Comprehensive Developmental Screening
- Milestone Delay Screening
- Overall Child Development Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
- ASD Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
- Early Autism Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1341: Encounter for autism screening
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Mercado typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ma Cristina Mercado may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
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 (831) 422-9066 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mercado accept in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Mercado in Salinas, 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
Blue Shield of California
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Santa Cruz County
Unknown
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Mercado's office located?
Dr. Ma Cristina Mercado's Primary Practice
505 E Romie Ln Ste K
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 422-9066
What is Dr. Mercado's NPI number?An 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 1124272000.
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. Ma Cristina Mercado's specialty?
Dr. Mercado is a Pediatrician near Salinas, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Ma Cristina Mercado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mercado is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Salinas Valley Health Medical Center, Natividad Medical Center, Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford, Mee Memorial Hospital, Ucsf Benioff Childrens Hospitals - Oakland. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Ma Cristina Mercado accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ma Cristina Mercado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ma Cristina Mercado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mercado's office at (831) 422-9066 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ma Cristina Mercado?
Please contact Dr. Mercado's office at (831) 422-9066 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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