Overview
Hello! I’m Sandra U. Merino, a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse with over 18 years of experience in the nursing field. My passion lies in providing compassionate and effective care for patients dealing with mental health and substance use issues.
I’ve had the honor of working in acute and outpatient settings for over fifteen years, ensuring quality care for diverse patients. With a Master's degree in Nursing, I am skilled in updating charts, managing medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams to provide the best patient care.
Throughout my career, I’ve received several awards for excellence in service at Valley Presbyterian Hospital and CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital. I’m fluent in Spanish, which allows me to communicate effectively with a broader community.
I look forward to offering compassionate care and positively impacting my patients' lives. Feel free to contact me with any questions or to schedule an appointment. Let’s work together on a path to better health and well-being!.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- 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
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill, CA
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Merino has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sandra Merino
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sandra Merino?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sandra Merino by calling their office at 661-214-3792. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sandra Merino a top-rated expert for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sandra Merino is classified as an Experienced expert for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), 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. Sandra Merino specialize in?
While Dr. Sandra Merino is a Nurse Practitioner, they have specific expertise in Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Bipolar Disorder (BPD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nurse Practitioner.
Does Dr. Sandra Merino accept my insurance?
Dr. Sandra Merino accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 661-214-3792 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
- Experienced
- Major DepressionDr. Merino isExperienced. Learn about Major Depression.
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Dr. Merino isExperienced. Learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).