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54 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Matthews, Family Medicine Specialist in National City, CA?
Dr. Merritt Matthews, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in National City, CA. He has been practicing for over 54 years and is board certified. Dr. Matthews graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Genesys Reg M C-St Joseph Cp, General Practice; Genesys Reg M C-St Joseph Cp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Matthews is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matthews’s office at (619) 527-7700.
Where did Dr. Matthews go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Genesys Reg M C-St Joseph Cp, General Practice; Genesys Reg M C-St Joseph Cp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Genesys Regional Medical Center Program
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc | Howard Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Matthews board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Merritt Matthews, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Matthews speak?
Dr. Matthews and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Matthews typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Matthews 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. Matthews. 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 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- 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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Matthews typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Merritt Matthews may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Matthews' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Matthews accept my insurance?
Dr. Matthews accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 527-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Matthews accept in National City, CA?
Dr. Matthews in National City, 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
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Sharp HealthCare
State of California
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Matthews' office located?
Dr. Merritt Matthews' Primary Practice
610 Euclid Ave Ste 302
National City, CA 91950
(619) 527-7700
What is Dr. Matthews's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Matthews's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720024755.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matthews?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Matthews
What is Dr. Merritt Matthews's specialty?
Dr. Matthews is a Family Medicine Specialist near National City, 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 this Dr. Merritt Matthews affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Matthews is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont 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
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Is Merritt Matthews accepting new patients in National City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Merritt Matthews is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merritt Matthews offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Matthews's office at (619) 527-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merritt Matthews?
Please contact Dr. Matthews's office at (619) 527-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Merritt Matthews have?
Dr. Merritt Matthews is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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