Summary

Dr. Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses is a board-certified endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Catolica De Santiago De Guayaquil Facultad De Ciencias Medicas and completed her residency training at Danbury Hospital. With 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Chang Villacreses has developed extensive expertise in managing complex hormonal and metabolic conditions. She provides care in English to serve her diverse patient community.

Dr. Chang Villacreses practices in Duarte and South Pasadena, California, where she focuses on comprehensive diabetes care for patients of all ages. She treats Type 2 diabetes and helps patients manage vitamin D deficiency, which often affects those with metabolic disorders. Her practice includes specialized care for children and teenagers with Type 2 diabetes, addressing the unique challenges young patients face. Dr. Chang Villacreses utilizes continuous glucose monitoring technology and performs essential diagnostic tests like lipid panels and complete blood counts to provide thorough patient care. Patients consistently rate her services highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 15 years of experience
  • 88 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Danbury Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses has 2 locations

Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses, M.D.

209 Fair Oaks AvenueSouth Pasadena, CA 91030

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismNurse PractitionerInternal MedicineNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
15 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Duarte , CALong Beach , CASan Bernardino , CAHuntington Park , CA
Med School: Universidad Catolica De Santiago De Guayaquil Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - EPO
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE) - Medicaid
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE) - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Empire Plan
  • Gateway Health
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - Medicaid
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - ACA
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid
  • Health Net - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - IPA
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optima Health - Medicaid
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - HMO
  • Optum Health - Medicaid
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Ventura County Health Care Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Danbury Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Catolica De Santiago De Guayaquil Facultad De Ciencias Medicas in 2011.

NPI Number

Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses' NPI number is 1740675610.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses's office located?
Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses's office is located at 1500 Duarte Rd, Duarte, CA, 91010.
Does Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses accept my insurance?
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What languages does Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses speak?
Maria Mercedes Chang Villacreses speaks English.
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