Summary

Dr. Cherie Garcia treats high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and familial lipid disorders. She has practiced internal medicine for 38 years and is affiliated with UCI Health Lakewood. She speaks English, French, Russian, Spanish, and Tagalog.

Dr. Garcia earned her medical degree from De La Salle Health Sciences Institute College of Medicine and completed her residency at Capital Health System. She sees patients in Lakewood and Long Beach, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Garcia 4.75 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 38 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, French, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog
  • Capital Health System
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Cherie Recasata Garcia has 3 locations

Lakewood Primary Care Inc

5750 Downey Ave Ste 100Lakewood, CA 90712
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

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Speaks English, French, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English, French, Bambara
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Med School: De La Salle Health Sciences Institute College Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Cherie Recasata Garcia

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicare
  • Magellan Health
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Cherie Recasata Garcia has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Cherie Recasata Garcia has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Cherie Recasata Garcia holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Capital Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from De La Salle Health Sciences Institute College Of Medicine in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Garcia's NPI number is 1497786396.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Cherie Garcia affiliated with?
Dr. Cherie Garcia is affiliated with Uci Health Lakewood.
Does Dr. Cherie Garcia accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Cherie Garcia accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cherie Garcia?
You can find contact information for Dr. Cherie Garcia here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Cherie Garcia accepting new patients?
Dr. Cherie Garcia is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Cherie Garcia's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Cherie Garcia speak?
Dr. Cherie Garcia speaks English, French, Russian, Spanish, and Tagalog.

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