Summary

Dr. Maria Bruce is a family medicine physician who has dedicated over four decades to caring for patients and families in her community. She earned her medical degree from Cebu Doctors University College of Medicine and brings 41 years of experience to her practice. Dr. Bruce is fluent in Filipino, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations with culturally sensitive care.

Dr. Bruce practices at Mercy Hospital Joplin and sees patients at Mercy Clinic Primary Care in Joplin, Missouri. She specializes in managing complex chronic conditions including kidney disease, diabetes, and heart problems. Her approach to treatment includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients maintain their health and mobility. Patients have given Dr. Bruce an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars for her care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 41 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Filipino
  • Cebu Doctors University College Of Medicine
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

Mercy Clinic Primary Care - 50th Street

202 E 50th StJoplin, MO 64804
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Cebu Doctors University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: St Matthews University School Of Medicine (Grand Cayman)
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Maria F. Bruce

  • Aetna
  • Allwell from Home State Health
  • Ambetter from Home State Health
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • Anthem BlueCross BlueShield
  • Arkansas MCO
  • BearSkin Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • CNH/Reman
  • Comp Care of the Ozarks
  • Comp Results
  • Coventry
  • Each Care Network
  • First Health Network
  • Health Management Network
  • Health Systems Inc.
  • HealthChoice
  • HealthNet Federal
  • Home State Health
  • Humana
  • Integrity Home Care
  • MHNet
  • Missouri Care
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • National Comp Care
  • NHC Advantage
  • Prime Health Services
  • Tri-State Healthcare Coalition
  • United Healthcare
  • USA Managed Care Organization

Medical Specialties

Maria F. Bruce has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Maria F. Bruce has the following 6 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Maria F. Bruce holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Cebu Doctors University College Of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

Maria F. Bruce's NPI number is 1124136718.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Maria Bruce is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Joplin.
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