718 pharmacists across San Mateo County. Browse by city or filter by insurance and telehealth.
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Most common: PharmD
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San Mateo County has 718 pharmacists. The most common credential is PharmD (34%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Nearby hospitals include Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center, and UCSF Medical Center. Local training programs run through UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and UCSF School of Medicine.
A conversation with a pharmacist can happen at the pharmacy counter or in a private consultation area. For a medication review, the pharmacist will go through all your prescriptions and over-the-counter products to check for interactions, duplications, and appropriate dosing. Vaccine appointments take 15 to 20 minutes including a brief health screening and observation period after the shot. Some pharmacists provide chronic disease management services (diabetes education, blood pressure monitoring) under collaborative practice agreements with your doctor.
Talk to your pharmacist when starting a new medication (ask about side effects, food interactions, and timing), when you take multiple medications and want a medication review, when you need a vaccine (flu, COVID, shingles, pneumonia), when you have questions about over-the-counter products, when you need emergency contraception, when you are having trouble affording your medications (pharmacists know about discount programs and generic alternatives), or when you have a minor health concern that a pharmacist can help triage (cough, allergies, minor infections in some states).
Pharmacist consultation: free · Vaccination: $0 copay (most insured) · Medication review (MTM): covered by Medicare Part D · Generic medication: $4-20/month · Compounded medication: $20-200+/month
San Mateo County, CA has 718 licensed pharmacists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of pharmacists in San Mateo County, 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 pharmacists in San Mateo County, CA include unitedhealthcare, qhp-73836, qhp-38344, and qhp-11512. 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 pharmacist consultation is free. Vaccinations are $0 copay for most insured patients. MTM is covered by Medicare Part D. Generic medications cost $4 to $20 per month. Compounded medications cost $20 to $200+ per month. Actual costs in San Mateo County, CA depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Ask your pharmacist about generic alternatives, manufacturer coupons, and patient assistance programs. GoodRx and similar discount cards can reduce self-pay medication costs by 50% or more. Using one pharmacy for all medications ensures safety through interaction screening.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. San Mateo County, CA has 718 pharmacists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
Some pharmacists in San Mateo County, CA accept Medi-Cal, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers prescription medications and pharmacist-administered vaccines. MTM services are increasingly covered by state Medicaid programs. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Medi-Cal participation before scheduling.
You see a pharmacist each time you fill a prescription. Medication therapy management (MTM) reviews happen annually for qualifying Medicare patients. Vaccinations are walk-in. Chronic disease management visits (where available) are typically monthly. With 718 pharmacists in San Mateo County, CA, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Top accepted carriers in San Mateo County, CA include unitedhealthcare, qhp-73836, qhp-38344, and qhp-11512.
Pharmacy services like medication dispensing are covered under your prescription drug benefit (separate from medical insurance). Vaccine administration by pharmacists is covered under most medical plans and Medicare Part D or Part B. Medication therapy management (MTM) services are covered by Medicare Part D for qualifying patients (multiple chronic conditions, multiple medications, high drug costs). Pharmacist consultations at the counter are free. For pharmacist-provided chronic disease management, check your plan for coverage of clinical pharmacist services.