Summary

Dr. Merri Finchem is an internal medicine physician who brings over two decades of experience to her practice in San Diego, California. She completed her medical education at St. Georges University School of Medicine and has dedicated 26 years to caring for patients with a wide range of internal medicine needs. Her multilingual abilities allow her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations, as she speaks Chinese, English, German, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

Dr. Finchem practices at multiple locations throughout San Diego and maintains an affiliation with the Jennifer Moreno Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. She specializes in managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, helping patients control these serious cardiovascular conditions. Her practice includes preventive care services such as flu vaccinations and shingles immunizations, along with comprehensive health assessments through metabolic testing to monitor overall wellness.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 26 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English, German, Spanish, Vietnamese
  • 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 14 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Chinese, English, German, Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English, French, Bambara Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English, Tamil
San Diego , CATigard , ORMesquite , TXPalo Alto , CA
Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York
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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

Where is Dr. Merri Finchem's office located?
Dr. Merri Finchem's office is located at 4647 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA, 92120.
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Does Dr. Merri Finchem accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Merri Finchem affiliated with?
Dr. Merri Finchem is affiliated with Jennifer Moreno Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

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