Dr. Maricruz Merino

Internal Medicine
Gallup Indian Medical Center
516 E Nizhoni Blvd, 
Gallup, NM 
Gallup Indian Medical Center
516 E Nizhoni Blvd, 
Gallup, NM 

Overview

Maricruz Merino is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gallup, New Mexico. Her top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Heart Failure.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Internal Medicine

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MA

Hospital Affiliations

Gallup Indian Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Western Sky Community Care
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL

Locations

Gallup Indian Medical Center
516 E Nizhoni Blvd, Gallup, NM 87301

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

7 Total Publications

Centering Diné (Navajo) Voices: Barriers, Facilitators, and Perceptions of Cardiac Care among Patients with Heart Failure in Rural Navajo Nation.
Centering Diné (Navajo) Voices: Barriers, Facilitators, and Perceptions of Cardiac Care among Patients with Heart Failure in Rural Navajo Nation.
Journal: Circulation
Published: March 31, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Maricruz Merino

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Maricruz Merino?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Maricruz Merino by calling their office at 505-722-1000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Maricruz Merino a top-rated expert for Pneumonia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Maricruz Merino is classified as an Experienced expert for Pneumonia, 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. Maricruz Merino specialize in?

While Dr. Maricruz Merino is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Pneumonia, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.

Does Dr. Maricruz Merino participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Maricruz Merino has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pneumonia. You can view a list of Dr. Maricruz Merino's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Maricruz Merino accept my insurance?

Dr. Maricruz Merino accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 505-722-1000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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