Summary

Dr. Matthew Viernes is a gastroenterologist with over three decades of experience helping patients with digestive health concerns. He earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health and completed his residency training at UCLA Medical Center. Throughout his 31-year career, Dr. Viernes has developed expertise in diagnosing and treating various gastrointestinal conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to care for a diverse patient population.

Dr. Viernes is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and practices at multiple locations throughout Oceanside, California. His clinical focus includes treating colon polyps and diverticular conditions that affect the digestive tract. He performs colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopy procedures to help diagnose and monitor intestinal health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 31 years of experience
  • 74 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Matthew Eric Viernes has 3 locations

North County Gastroenterology Medical Group Inc

3923 Waring Rd Ste AOceanside, CA 92056
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Center For Endoscopy Llc

3921 Waring Rd Ste BOceanside, CA 92056
Mon7:15 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:15 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:15 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:15 am - 4:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Tri City Medical Center

4002 Vista WayOceanside, CA 92056

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4.4 
31 Years of Experience
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Oceanside , CASACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CATempe , AZ
Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine And Public Health Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Med School: Charles R Drew University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Matthew Eric Viernes

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Shield of California - PPO
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Community Health Group - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - Medicare
  • Mercy Care - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Physicians Health Plan
  • Public Employees Health Program (PEHP) - PPO
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - PPO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Sharp Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan - PPO
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Matthew Eric Viernes has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Matthew Eric Viernes has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucla Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine And Public Health
University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public HealthGraduated in 1995

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Matthew Viernes speak?
Dr. Matthew Viernes speaks English and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Matthew Viernes affiliated with?
Dr. Matthew Viernes is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.

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