Summary

Dr. Jose Cardenas-Bacallao is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients across all ages for 36 years. He earned his medical degree from Universidad De Ciencias Medicas De La Habana and brings extensive experience in comprehensive primary care. Dr. Cardenas-Bacallao is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities effectively.

Dr. Cardenas-Bacallao practices at multiple locations throughout Hialeah, Florida, including Palmetto General Hospital, Hialeah Hospital, and Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus. He specializes in managing high cholesterol in children and teens as well as treating high blood pressure in both adult and pediatric patients. His practice includes important preventive services such as depression screening and diabetes eye exams. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.1
  • 36 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Universidad De Ciencias Medicas De La Habana
  • 1 written review
  • 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. Jose Joaquin Cardenas-Bacallao has 3 locations

Palmetto General Hospital

2001 W 68th StHialeah, FL 33016

Hialeah Hospital

651 E 25th StHialeah, FL 33013

Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus

1475 W 49th PlHialeah, FL 33012

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Dr. Jose Joaquin Cardenas-Bacallao, MDJorge Novellas Zayas, APRNDr. Jorge Carriazo IsasiDr. Derrick Henry Diaz, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
36 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Hialeah , FLHialeah , FLPlantation , FLCoral Gables , FL
Med School: Universidad De Ciencias Medicas De La Habana Med School: Jackson Memoria Med School: Ross University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jose Joaquin Cardenas-Bacallao

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - HMO
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Doctors HealthCare Plans
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • Preferred Care Partners - HMO
  • Preferred Care Partners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Simply Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jose Joaquin Cardenas-Bacallao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jose Joaquin Cardenas-Bacallao has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. Jose Joaquin Cardenas-Bacallao holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad De Ciencias Medicas De La Habana in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Cardenas-Bacallao's NPI number is 1235164310.

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Dr. Jose Cardenas-Bacallao speaks English and Spanish.
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