
Overview
Care of people of all ages and both genders that emphasizes patient-centered, evidence based, whole person care provided through a multidisciplinary team approach in settings that reduce barriers to access and use advanced information systems.
Dr. Kano is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER MEDICARE
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
Accepted plan types not found. Please verify directly with the provider.
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- HMO
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
127 W El Portal Dr, Merced, CA 95348
Golden Valley Health Center
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MFA Medical
Muhammad Shabbir is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Merced, California. Dr. Shabbir is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Acute Kidney Failure, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Colonoscopy, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Shabbir is currently accepting new patients.
Eduardo T. Villarama, MD Private Practice
The mission of Golden Valley Health Centers is to improve the health of our patients by providing quality, primary health care services to people in the communities we serve regardless of language, financial or cultural barriers. Dr. Villarama is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Charlie L. Kano
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Charlie L. Kano?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Charlie L. Kano by calling their office at 209-723-3704. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Charlie L. Kano a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Charlie L. Kano is classified as an Distinguished expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Charlie L. Kano specialize in?
While Dr. Charlie L. Kano is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Lung Metastases. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.
Does Dr. Charlie L. Kano accept my insurance?
Dr. Charlie L. Kano accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 209-723-3704 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Kano isDistinguished. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Kano isDistinguished. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- Advanced
- AnemiaDr. Kano isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- CellulitisDr. Kano isAdvanced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Chronic CoughDr. Kano isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Diabetic NeuropathyDr. Kano isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Neuropathy.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
- Experienced
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Kano isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Kano isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AIDS Dementia ComplexDr. Kano isExperienced. Learn about AIDS Dementia Complex.
- AIDS Dysmorphic SyndromeDr. Kano isExperienced. Learn about AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Kano isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Kano isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.


