Summary

Dr. Cristina Valero is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 22 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and completed her residency training at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Dr. Valero focuses on caring for hospitalized patients with complex medical conditions requiring intensive monitoring and treatment.

Dr. Valero practices at multiple locations throughout California, including Santa Maria, Visalia, and Arroyo Grande. She has extensive experience treating serious conditions such as sepsis and respiratory failure, including pediatric cases that require specialized attention. Her procedural expertise includes therapeutic hypothermia for critically ill patients and diagnostic procedures like complete blood counts and chest fluoroscopy. Patients rate Dr. Valero 4.1 out of 5 stars for her comprehensive hospital-based care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.1
  • 22 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Cristina Valero has 3 locations

Marian Regional Medical Center

1400 E Church StSanta Maria, CA 93454

Kaweah Health Medical Center

400 W Mineral King AveVisalia, CA 93291

Arroyo Grande Community Hospital

345 S Halcyon RdArroyo Grande, CA 93420

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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4.1 
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22 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English
Santa Maria , CAUpland , CAKaty , TXSHERMAN OAKS , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Cristina Valero

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • CenCal Health
  • CenCal Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Physicians Health Plan
  • Physicians Mutual
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Cristina Valero has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Cristina Valero has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

Medical School

Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern CaliforniaGraduated in 2004

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Cristina Valero accepting new patients?
Dr. Cristina Valero has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Cristina Valero accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Cristina Valero's office located?
Dr. Cristina Valero's office is located at 1400 E Church St, Santa Maria, CA, 93454.
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