31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garcia, Internist in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Cherie Garcia, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CA. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Garcia graduated from Emilio Aguinaldo Educational Corp College Of Medicine, Emilio Aguinaldo College and completed her residency at Capital Hlth Sys-Fuld Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Garcia is fluent in English and Tagalog, 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 (562) 630-3105.
Where did Dr. Garcia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Capital Hlth Sys-Fuld Campus, Internal Medicine | Capital Health Regional Medical Center Program
Medical School: De La Salle Univ - Dasmarinas, Phillippines | Emilio Aguinaldo Educational Corp College Of Medicine, Emilio Aguinaldo College | University of California
Is Dr. Garcia board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Cherie Garcia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garcia speak?
Dr. Garcia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Garcia typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- 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:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Garcia typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Cherie Garcia may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (562) 630-3105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garcia accept in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Garcia in Lakewood, 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
City of Los Angeles
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Garcia's office located?
Dr. Cherie Garcia's Primary Practice
5750 Downey Ave Ste 100
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 630-3105
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 1497786396.
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. Cherie Garcia's specialty?
Dr. Garcia is a Internist near Lakewood, 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 this Dr. Cherie Garcia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garcia is affiliated with Uci Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Cherie Garcia accepting new patients in Lakewood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Cherie Garcia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cherie Garcia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (562) 630-3105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cherie Garcia?
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (562) 630-3105 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cherie Garcia have?
Dr. Cherie Garcia is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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