Speech-Language Pathologists in California
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11,734
Speech-Language Pathologists
100%
Accepting patients
42%
Most common: CCC-SLP
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Specialty: speech-therapistState: CA
About speech-language pathologists in California
California is home to 11,734 licensed speech-language pathologists, one of the larger speech-language pathologist workforces in the country. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is CCC-SLP (42%), which stands for Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology. MS, CCC-SLP is the second most common at 11%.
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and UCSF School of Medicine train speech-language pathologists in the state. Notable hospitals include Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center, and UCSF Medical Center. Health systems such as Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, and Cedars-Sinai Health System employ many of the state's speech-language pathologists.
Patients with Medi-Cal should verify coverage directly, as not all speech-language pathologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, centene, qhp-33602, and molina.
California ranks among the top states for physicians per capita and has more medical schools than any other state.
Frequently asked questions about speech-language pathologists in California
California has 11,734 licensed speech-language pathologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of speech-language pathologists in California 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 speech-language pathologists in California include unitedhealthcare, medicare, centene, qhp-33602, and molina. 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.
An evaluation costs $200 to $500. A session copay is $20 to $60 with insurance. A self-pay session costs $100 to $250. School-based therapy is free through an IEP. Actual costs in California depend on the provider and your insurance plan. If your child qualifies for school-based speech therapy, it is free. Private therapy can run concurrently for faster progress. Ask your plan about visit limits and whether prior authorization is needed.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. California has 11,734 speech-language pathologists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
Some speech-language pathologists in California accept Medi-Cal, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers speech therapy for children under EPSDT with no visit limit. Adult coverage varies by state. School-based therapy through an IEP is provided at no cost. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Medi-Cal participation before scheduling.
Typically one to three sessions per week, each 30 to 60 minutes. Frequency depends on the condition: articulation disorders may need weekly sessions for three to six months; stroke rehabilitation may require two to three sessions per week for months. School-based therapy follows the IEP schedule. With 11,734 speech-language pathologists in California, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Speech-Language Pathologists in the area may have trained at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, UCSF School of Medicine, and Stanford University School of Medicine. Graduates of local programs often stay in the area to practice.
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Insurance & Speech-Language Pathologist coverage
Top accepted carriers in California include unitedhealthcare, medicare, centene, qhp-33602, and molina.
Most insurance plans cover speech therapy with a prescription or referral. Coverage is typically subject to visit limits (20-60 sessions per year) or dollar caps. Medicare covers outpatient speech therapy without a hard cap. Medicaid covers speech therapy for children under EPSDT with no visit limit. School-based speech therapy through an IEP is provided at no cost to families. For private therapy, verify your plan's visit limits, pre-authorization requirements, and whether the SLP is in-network.
