Gastroenterologists Accepting First Health in CaliforniaPage 8
144 verified gastroenterologists in California accept First Health. Profiles cover focus areas including Advanced Endoscopy, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, and Transplant Hepatology. Common hospital affiliations include USC Arcadia Hospital and UCSF Medical Center.


Elias Tarakji, M.D.
Medical Director, Valley Digestive Health Center
Gastroenterology
Arcadia, CA30+ years


Vivek Rudrapatna, M.D., PH.D.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
San Francisco, CA10+ years102+ pubs


Jessica Rubin, MD
Transplant Hepatology
Gastroenterology
San Francisco, CA10+ years54+ pubs


Rishika Chugh, MD
Inflammatory Bowel Disease Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
San Francisco, CA10+ years31+ pubs
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know these gastroenterologists accept First Health?
Each profile on this page lists First Health among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What First Health plans do these gastroenterologists accept?
Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact First Health plans they've published as accepted.
What should I look for when picking a gastroenterologist that takes First Health?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Advanced Endoscopy, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, and Transplant Hepatology. Then verify the specific First Health plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.
How do I narrow this list to my city?
Use the city links below to drill into a specific market — coverage and wait times vary by region even within the same state.