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Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Universidad Central Del Este Facultad De Medicina. With 41 years of experience in internal medicine, he brings extensive knowledge to patient care and has developed deep expertise in managing complex medical conditions throughout his decades of practice.
Dr. Matos Mercado practices at Mayaguez Medical Center Hospital Dr Ramon Emeterio Betances in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. He specializes in treating diabetes, including both general diabetes management and geriatric diabetes care. His clinical focus includes performing essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and A1c monitoring to help patients manage their health effectively.
Dr. Matos Mercado practices at Mayaguez Medical Center Hospital Dr Ramon Emeterio Betances in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. He specializes in treating diabetes, including both general diabetes management and geriatric diabetes care. His clinical focus includes performing essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and A1c monitoring to help patients manage their health effectively.
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Quick Facts
- 41 years of experience
- 1 insurance plan accepted
- Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina
- 1 specialty
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Mayaguez Medical Center Hospital Dr Ramon Emeterio Betances
410 Ave HostosMayaguez, PR 00682 Tel: (787) 652-9200
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| 41 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
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| Med School: Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina | Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine | Med School: Ponce School Of Medicine | Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado
Medical Specialties
Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado holds an expired medical license in the state of Puerto Rico.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Puerto Rico that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Matos Mercado's NPI number is 1043247893.
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- Does Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado accept my insurance?
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- Where is Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado's office located?
- Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado's office is located at 410 Ave Hostos, Mayaguez, PR, 00682.
- Is Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado accepting new patients?
- Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado affiliated with?
- Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado is affiliated with MAYAGUEZ MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL DR RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES.
- Does Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Rafael Matos Mercado has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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