Summary

Dr. Mercedes Vazquez is an internal medicine physician who brings 35 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas De Santiago De Cuba and has dedicated her career to providing comprehensive adult care. Dr. Vazquez is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish to better serve her diverse patient community.

Dr. Vazquez practices at South Miami Hospital in Miami and Homestead Hospital in Homestead, Florida. She specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. Her clinical expertise includes performing essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and kidney function assessments. Patients rate Dr. Vazquez 4.0 out of 5 stars for her care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 35 years of experience
  • 85 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas De Santiago De Cuba
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Mercedes J Vazquez has 2 locations

South Miami Hospital

6200 Sw 73rd StMiami, FL 33143

Homestead Hospital

975 Baptist WayHomestead, FL 33033

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4.5 
35 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Turkish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Miami , FLPort Saint Lucie , FLLyons , COSAINT CLOUD , FL
Med School: Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas De Santiago De Cuba Med School: Marmara University School of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mercedes J Vazquez

  • AARP
  • AARP - DSNP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - DSNP
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - HMO
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • AvMed
  • AvMed - HMO
  • AvMed - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - DSNP
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - HMO
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - Medicare
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Care Plan
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - HMO
  • Devoted Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Doctors HealthCare Plans
  • EmblemHealth
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Sun
  • Health Sun - DSNP
  • Health Sun - Medicare
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Home State Health Plan - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medica
  • Medica - HMO
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - DSNP
  • Medicaid - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - DSNP
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - ACA
  • Oscar Health Insurance - HMO
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • Preferred Care Partners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Prestige Health Choice
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Simply Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Solis Health Plans
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mercedes J Vazquez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mercedes J Vazquez has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Mercedes J Vazquez 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 Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas De Santiago De Cuba in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Vazquez's NPI number is 1134396724.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Mercedes Vazquez affiliated with?
Dr. Mercedes Vazquez is affiliated with Homestead Hospital.

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