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Maria Kristin P. Mercado, MD

Maria Kristin P. Mercado, MD

Specialty

Cardiovascular Disease

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

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41 reviews

    • Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026
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    She take care of you with a deep knowledge

    • Reviewed on Aug 15, 2026
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    Excellent doctor with great manner

    • Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026
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    She the best Always listening

    • Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026
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    Excellent doctor

    • Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026
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    Tells it like it is!

    • Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026
    • Verified Review

    She is very compassionate and thorough. She explains everything and really pays attention to what I say.

    • Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026
    • Verified Review

    She is outstanding, especially in answering questions, planning my cardiac cate with me, making me feel confident in her abilities to take care of my heart health, and showing genuine concern about my heart health. Too bad she is leaving you.

    • Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026
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    Love her

    • Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026
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    She is the best

    • Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Mercardo is very attentive and caring on plan of care and how you feel that your plan of care is working for you

    • Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026
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    On time, polite, listened, knowledgeable.

    • Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Very knowledgeable, listens to your issues and is very caring

    • Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
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    Very good doctor, courteous, respectful

    • Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
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    Dr. Mercado has been my cardiologist for many years. She is current with the newest technology.

    • Reviewed on May 26, 2026
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    She is very pleased and goes over everything so I can understand,she always explains what further test I will need and why

    • Reviewed on May 6, 2026
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    She is kind, caring and keeps me informed of my progress

    • Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026
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    Explains everything is up to date on medicines

    • Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026
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    She is very through MD she goes over all my needs and medications. I have been seeing her for 9 years she is very intellectual and always treats my like a person and not a number. She explains results of my tests etc. I feel confident about my health issues with her guidance.

    • Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
    • Verified Review

    She is the BEST Cardiologist. Very professional. Very attentive . Very Perfectionist. Thank You Very much Doctor .

    • Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Mercado is knowledgeable, provides information the patient needs in a caring professional manner without the drama that some doctors seem to find necessary. She is compassionate and confident.

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  • About Maria Kristin P. Mercado, MD

    Dr. Maria Kristin P. Mercado is a cardiologist specializing in general cardiology and cardiovascular imaging. She is board certified in cardiovascular disease, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology and cardiovascular CT. Dr. Mercado's clinical interests include general cardiology and cardiovascular imaging. Fascinated by the heart and circulatory system from childhood, she values evidence-based cardiology and using research to help guide heart care and treatment decisions.

    Philosophy of care

    Her approach to care centers on listening and giving patients the time they need. She encourages patients to stay active, eat a healthy diet in moderation, quit smoking, take medications as directed and keep follow-up visits to support their heart health.

    Gender

    Female

    Licenses

    NY, 270192

    Network Name

    Crystal Run Healthcare

    NPI

    1548216658

  • Insurance Accepted

    This list is for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current plans accepted by the provider. Optum accepts most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to confirm your coverage, eligibility, and the provider's participation in your plan.

    • AARP
    • Aetna
    • Anthem/BCBS
    • CDPHP
    • Cigna
    • Emblem
    • FDNY/WTC911
    • HealthFirst
    • Humana
    • MVP
    • Magnacare
    • MedicaidNY/Medicare
    • Molina
    • Multiplan
    • NYSHIP
    • Northwell
    • Oscar
    • Oxford
    • Tricare
    • UHC
    • Univera
    • VA/CHAMPVA
  • Education

    Medical School

    • University of the Philippines

    Residency

    • St. Vincent's Medical Center

    Internship

    • St. Vincent's Medical Center

    Fellowship

    • St. Vincent's Medical Center

  • Awards and Publications