General Medical Consultations
Comprehensive evaluation and management of health concerns for the entire family.
The care your family deserves
Professional, accessible, and compassionate medical care for whole family.
Services
Comprehensive medical care to support you at every stage of life.
Physical Exams
Annual medical check-ups, school physicals required for sports activities, electrocardiovascular screening, and work-related physicals.
Chronic Disease Management
• Diabetes
• Hypertension
• Hyper/Hypothyroidism
• Dyslipidemia (cholesterol, triglycerides)
• Asthma/COPD
• Arthritis
• Migraines
Laboratory Services
Fast and reliable clinical laboratory testing to help you obtain timely and accurate diagnoses—all in one place.
Telemedicine
Video-call consultations directly with your doctor when you are unable to visit the clinic.
Specialist Referrals
We coordinate your care with specialists when needed, providing comprehensive support for your overall health.
Membership Plan
Direct access to your doctor in a fast and convenient way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here you will find the most common questions asked by our patients...
“What services does La Merced Family Practice offer?”
We provide comprehensive medical care for the entire family, including routine check-ups, preventive care, chronic disease management, sick visits, school and work physicals, clinical laboratory testing, Point of care ultrasound (POCUS), and more.
“Do you see patients of all ages?”
Yes. We see children, adolescents, young, adults, and seniors.
“Do I need an appointment to be seen?”
No appointment is required. We accept walk-ins, but if you prefer, you may call us to schedule an appointment.
“Do you accept health insurance?”
We currently do not accept health insurance. However, if you have insurance, we will provide a detailed receipt so you can submit a claim to your insurance company and request reimbursement according to your plan benefits.
“What languages do you offer care in?”
We offer care in Spanish and English. Our entire staff is bilingual, and we do not use interpreters.
“What are your office hours?”
● Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
● Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (by appointment)
“What should I bring to my visit?”
We recommend bringing a list of your current medications and any relevant medical documents.
“How can I contact you?”
You can visit us during office hours or call us for more information and to schedule appointments at +1 (205) 608-8055 or +1 (205) 608-8955. You may also text or WhatsApp us at +1 (205) 659-4291.
“What payment methods do you accept?”
We accept cash, credit, and debit cards. For more details, please speak with our staff during your visit.
“Do you have a patient portal?”
Yes. We have a patient portal where you can securely access your medical record, lab results, past visits, and other important documents related to your care.
“How can I access the patient portal?”
Our staff will provide the information you need to create your account and access the portal.
“Is the patient portal available in English and Spanish?”
Yes. The patient portal is available in the language of your choice.
“How can I cancel or reschedule an appointment?”
If you have a scheduled appointment, we kindly ask that you call us in advance to cancel or reschedule it.
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About Us
A family clinic committed to your well-being.
Dr. Jose Rodriguez Barrantes is a Board Certified Family Medicine specialist based in Birmingham, AL, with an extensive experience in Hospital Medicine.
He went to medical school at the Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Nicaragua, earning the MD title, "Doctor en Medicina y Cirugia" in 2002. He became ECFMG (www.ecfmg.org) certified in 2008 and before getting into Residency in Family Medicine at St. Vincent's East Program in Birminham, he worked as a research coordinator in general medicine and cardio-thoracic surgery.
Dr. Rodriguez Barrantes currently works as a hospitalist at UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham and has been a part of its medical staff for over ten years. He is also a staff member at UAB St. Vincent's East, UAB St. Vincent's Chilton and Baptist Prattville hospital.
His experience spans hospital medicine, family practice, and clinical research in primary care, vaccines and cardiothoracic surgery. He later became a member of his local Institutional Review Board advocating for research patient's safety. He's been part of Ethics committee as well.
Location & Hours
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Office Hours
| Monday - Friday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Saturday | Appointments Only |
| Sunday | Closed |
Contact & Appointments
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Contact Information
Office: +1 (205) 608-8055
Phone: +1 (205) 608-8955
Whatsapp: +1 (205) 659-4291
Address: 1324 Main St, Gardendale, AL 35071
Email: [email protected]