Summary

Dr. Merri Finchem specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions. She earned her medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine and brings 26 years of experience to her practice. Dr. Finchem is multilingual, speaking Vietnamese, Spanish, German, English, and Chinese, allowing her to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Finchem practices at multiple locations throughout San Diego, California, and maintains an affiliation with the Jennifer Moreno Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. She has particular expertise in managing back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and in children and teens, as well as treating flank pain. Her clinical practice includes performing comprehensive metabolic panels, basic metabolic panels, and diabetic nephropathy screenings to help monitor and diagnose various health conditions.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 26 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, German, English, Chinese
  • St Georges University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Merri Dawn Finchem has 4 locations

San Diego Medical Center

4647 Zion AveSan Diego, CA 92120

Kaiser Permanente Point Loma Medical Offices

3250 Fordham StSan Diego, CA 92110
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

Va San Diego Healthcare System

3350 La Jolla Village DrSan Diego, CA 92161

Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center

9455 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92123

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26 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, German, English, Chinese Speaks English
San Diego , CALyons , COUpland , CAKaty , TX
Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Merri Dawn Finchem

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Merri Dawn Finchem has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Merri Dawn Finchem holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from St Georges University School Of Medicine in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Finchem's NPI number is 1487702320.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Merri Dawn Finchem speak?
Dr. Merri Dawn Finchem speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, German, English, and Chinese.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Merri Dawn Finchem affiliated with?
Dr. Merri Dawn Finchem is affiliated with Jennifer Moreno Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
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