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Dr. Norka Mercedes Quillatupa Valencia, MD

Bakersfield, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Quillatupa Valencia, Internist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Norka Mercedes Quillatupa Valencia, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Quillatupa Valencia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Quillatupa Valencia’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Quillatupa Valencia’s office at (661) 326-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Quillatupa Valencia speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Quillatupa Valencia typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Quillatupa Valencia 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. Quillatupa Valencia. 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
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Administrative Medical Exam
    • Official health check
    • Regulatory medical assessment
    • General administrative exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z029: Encounter for administrative examinations, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Quillatupa Valencia typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Norka Mercedes Quillatupa Valencia may include:

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

    Does Dr. Quillatupa Valencia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Quillatupa Valencia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 326-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Quillatupa Valencia accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Quillatupa Valencia in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Quillatupa Valencia's office located?

    Dr. Norka Mercedes Quillatupa Valencia's Primary Practice

    1700 Mount Vernon Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93306

    (661) 326-2000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Quillatupa Valencia affiliated with?

    Dr. Quillatupa Valencia has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Harbor - Ucla Medical Center,Torrance, CA
    Martin Luther King, Jr. Outpatient Center,Los Angeles, CA
    Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center,Downey, CA

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

    Dr. Quillatupa Valencia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043693377.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Quillatupa Valencia?

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

    What is Dr. Norka Mercedes Quillatupa Valencia's specialty?

    Dr. Quillatupa Valencia is an Internist near Bakersfield, 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 Dr. Norka Mercedes Quillatupa Valencia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Quillatupa Valencia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Harbor - Ucla Medical Center, Martin Luther King, Jr. Outpatient Center, Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center. 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

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    Is Dr. Norka Mercedes Quillatupa Valencia accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Norka Mercedes Quillatupa Valencia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Norka Mercedes Quillatupa Valencia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Quillatupa Valencia's office at (661) 326-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Norka Mercedes Quillatupa Valencia?

    Please contact Dr. Quillatupa Valencia's office at (661) 326-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Quillatupa Valencia's office located?

    Dr. Quillatupa Valencia's office is located in Bakersfield, CA.