Summary

Dr. Hector Cardenas treats hypertensive emergency, hypertension, and anemia of chronic disease, and performs blood tests and COVID-19 testing. He has practiced internal medicine for 31 years and speaks Chinese, English, French, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

Dr. Cardenas completed his residency at Stanford University School of Medicine and sees patients in San Diego and La Mesa, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Cardenas 3.93 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 31 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English, French, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Hector Gomez Cardenas has 3 locations

Cardenas Internal Medicine Concierge Care

3330 3rd Ave Ste 402San Diego, CA 92103
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Sharp Memorial Hospital

7901 Frost StSan Diego, CA 92123

Sharp Grossmont Hospital

5555 Grossmont Center DrLa Mesa, CA 91942

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Speaks Chinese, English, French, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English Speaks English, French, Bambara Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin)
San Diego , CALyons , COTigard , ORMesquite , TX
Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hector Gomez Cardenas

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - PPO
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hector Gomez Cardenas has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hector Gomez Cardenas has the following 6 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Hector Gomez Cardenas 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 Stanford University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Cardenas' NPI number is 1649383647.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Hector Cardenas accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Hector Cardenas accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Hector Cardenas accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Hector Cardenas's office located?
Dr. Hector Cardenas's office is located at 3330 3rd Ave Ste 402, San Diego, CA, 92103.
Does Dr. Hector Cardenas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Hector Cardenas has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hector Cardenas?
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Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards

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