General Surgeons in Long Beach, CA
Compare 51 general surgeons in Long Beach, CA. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
51
General Surgeons
100%
Accepting patients
88%
Most common: MD
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Specialty: general-surgeonState: CACity: Long Beach
About general surgeons in Long Beach, CA
Long Beach has 51 general surgeons. The most common credential is MD (88%). 100% are currently accepting new patients. Practitioners see patients in neighborhoods including Belmont Shore, Naples, Bixby Knolls, and Downtown Long Beach.
Nearby hospitals include Long Beach Memorial Medical Center, St. Mary Medical Center, and Miller Children's and Women's Hospital. Local training programs run through California State University, Long Beach and Long Beach City College. Long Beach Memorial is one of the largest private hospitals on the West Coast.
The most commonly accepted carriers among Long Beach general surgeons include medicare, unitedhealthcare, cigna, and centene. 63% accept Medicare.
What to expect at your first general surgeon visit in Long Beach, CA
The consultation includes a review of your symptoms, imaging, and lab results. The surgeon will perform a focused physical exam and discuss whether surgery is recommended, what the procedure involves, risks and benefits, expected recovery time, and alternatives. Many general surgery procedures are now done laparoscopically (small incisions, camera-guided), meaning shorter hospital stays and faster recovery than traditional open surgery.
When to see a general surgeon
See a general surgeon for gallbladder problems (gallstones), hernias (inguinal, umbilical, incisional), appendicitis, breast lumps or biopsies, colon polyps too large for endoscopic removal, skin lesions requiring excision, thyroid nodules requiring surgery, abscesses needing drainage, and any abdominal condition your doctor believes needs surgical evaluation.
Typical costs
Consultation copay: $30-75 · Gallbladder removal: $5,000-15,000 · Hernia repair: $3,000-10,000 · Appendectomy: $5,000-20,000
Frequently asked questions about general surgeons in Long Beach, CA
Long Beach, CA has 51 licensed general surgeons. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of general surgeons in Long Beach, CA are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among general surgeons in Long Beach, CA include medicare, unitedhealthcare, cigna, centene, and qhp-53901. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
A surgical consultation copay is $40 to $75. Hernia repair costs $3,000 to $7,000 (facility + surgeon). Gallbladder removal runs $5,000 to $12,000. Appendectomy costs $5,000 to $15,000. Actual costs in Long Beach, CA depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Surgical costs involve multiple bills: surgeon fee, anesthesiologist fee, facility fee, pathology, and possibly assistant surgeon. Ask for a bundled estimate in advance. Out-of-network anesthesiologists at in-network facilities are a common surprise bill.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Long Beach, CA has 51 general surgeons. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Long Beach, CA, 88% hold the MD credential and 8% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
63% of general surgeons in Long Beach, CA accept Medicare. Medicare Part B covers surgical consultations, and Part A covers inpatient surgical procedures. The surgeon's fee, anesthesia, and facility charges are typically separate bills. Standard deductible and coinsurance apply. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
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Insurance & General Surgeon coverage
Top accepted carriers in Long Beach, CA include medicare, unitedhealthcare, cigna, centene, and qhp-53901.
Surgical consultations and procedures are covered under medical insurance. Most surgeries require prior authorization. Verify that both the surgeon and the surgical facility (hospital or ambulatory surgery center) are in-network. Ambulatory surgery centers often have lower facility fees than hospitals for the same procedure. Ask about total estimated costs including surgeon, facility, and anesthesia fees.
