Summary

Dr. Maria Fuentes is an internal medicine physician with a secondary specialty in surgery, bringing 27 years of medical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and has dedicated nearly three decades to caring for patients. Dr. Fuentes is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve diverse communities effectively.

Dr. Fuentes practices in Chula Vista, California, with her primary affiliation at Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista. She focuses on managing common health conditions including high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol levels in both adults and young patients. Her clinical expertise includes performing comprehensive metabolic testing and providing guidance on diabetes management tools such as insulin pens and autoinjectors. Patients have given her an average rating of 2.4 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.4
  • 27 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Maria Geraldina Fuentes has 3 locations

Fuentes Maria Office

717 Third AveChula Vista, CA 91910
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista

435 H StChula Vista, CA 91910

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

751 Medical Center CtChula Vista, CA 91911

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Maria Geraldina Fuentes

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Brand New Day
  • Care1st
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mercy Care
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Maria Geraldina Fuentes has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Maria Geraldina Fuentes has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Surgery
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1999

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Maria Fuentes's office located?
Dr. Maria Fuentes's office is located at 717 Third Ave, Chula Vista, CA, 91910.
Is Dr. Maria Fuentes accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Maria Fuentes accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Maria Fuentes has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Maria Fuentes accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Maria Fuentes?
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