Summary

Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara treats type 2 diabetes mellitus, obesity and overweight, and diabetes type 2 in children and teens. She practices endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, and internal medicine, and has 12 years of experience. Dr. Gonzalez Lara earned her medical degree from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra and sees patients in Florence and Manning, South Carolina, and Elizabeth, New Jersey.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 12 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • Pontificia Univ Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm) Fac De Cien De La Salud
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Melissa Alexandra Gonzalez Lara has 5 locations

Hopehealth Inc

360 N Irby StFlorence, SC 29501
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 8:00 pm
SunClosed

Mcleod Regional Medical Center

555 E Cheves StFlorence, SC 29506

Mcleod Health Clarendon

10 E Hospital StManning, SC 29102

Hopehealth Manning

12 W South StManning, SC 29102
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

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Florence , SCFlorence , SCFlorence , SCFlorence , SC
Med School: Pontificia Univ Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm) Fac De Cien De La Salud Med School: Makerere University School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Alexandra Gonzalez Lara

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - ACA
  • Ambetter - Medicare
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - ACA
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - Medicare
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SelectHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa Alexandra Gonzalez Lara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melissa Alexandra Gonzalez Lara has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

Dr. Melissa Alexandra Gonzalez Lara holds an expired medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Pontificia Univ Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm) Fac De Cien De La Salud in 2014.

NPI Number

Dr. Gonzalez Lara's NPI number is 1831677293.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara's office located?
Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara's office is located at 360 N Irby St, Florence, SC, 29501.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara?
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Does Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara accepting new patients?
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Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards

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