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Rheumatologists Accepting First Health in California

90 verified rheumatologists in California accept First Health. Profiles cover focus areas including Clinical Rheumatology. Common hospital affiliations include UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights, UCSF Medical Center, and UC San Diego Health.

Lianne Gensler

Lianne Gensler, M.D.

Professor, Medicine

Rheumatology

Burlingame, CA20+ years
Arthur Kavanaugh

Arthur Kavanaugh, M.D.

Professor of Medicine, UC San Diego School of Medicine; Director, Center for Innovative Therapy, Division of Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology

Rheumatology

La Jolla, CA30+ years
Lorinda Chung

Lorinda Chung, MD

Professor of Medicine (Immunology and Rheumatology) and Dermatology, Stanford University School of Medicine

Rheumatology

Stanford, CA20+ years
Daniel Furst

Daniel Furst, MD

Professor of Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine (Emeritus)

Rheumatology

Inglewood, CA30+ years
Tanaz Kermani

Tanaz Kermani, M.D.

Assistant Professor of Medicine (Rheumatology), UCLA; Director, Vasculitis Program

Rheumatology

Santa Monica, CA20+ years
Roger Kornu

Roger Kornu, M.D.

Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Medicine, University of California, Irvine

Rheumatology

Tustin, CA20+ years
Molly Magnano

Molly Magnano, MD

Rheumatology

San Francisco, CA20+ years
Zuzana Foster

Zuzana Foster, M.D.

Rheumatology

Walnut Creek, CA30+ years
Mary Nakamura

Mary Nakamura, M.D.

Professor

Rheumatology

San Francisco, CA30+ years
Sharon Chung

Sharon Chung, MD

Professor of Clinical Medicine

Rheumatology

San Francisco, CA20+ years
C. Michael Neuwelt

C. Michael Neuwelt, M.D.

Director, Rheumatology Core Curriculum

Rheumatology

San Leandro, CA30+ years
Hernan Castro-Rueda

Hernan Castro-Rueda, M.D.

Rheumatology

Rheumatology

Fullerton, CA20+ years
Yashaar Chaichian

Yashaar Chaichian, MD

Director, Stanford Lupus Clinic

Rheumatology

Stanford, CA15+ years
Julie Zikherman

Julie Zikherman, M.D.

Professor in Residence, Department of Medicine; Associate Chief for Basic Research, Division of Rheumatology

Rheumatology

San Francisco, CA20+ years
Glenn Ehresmann

Glenn Ehresmann, M.D.

Rheumatology

Los Angeles, CA30+ years
Bryan Gescuk

Bryan Gescuk, M.D.

Chief of Rheumatology and Chief of Staff, San Mateo Medical Center

Rheumatology

San Mateo, CA
Manisha Kumar

Manisha Kumar, D.O.

Rheumatology

La Mesa, CA20+ years
Bett Eng

Bett Eng, M.D.

Rheumatology

Rheumatology

Torrance, CA30+ years
Paul Brion

Paul Brion, M.D.

Rheumatology

Vista, CA30+ years
Mihaela Taylor

Mihaela Taylor, MD

Associate Professor, Medicine, University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine

Rheumatology

Los Angeles, CA30+ years

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know these rheumatologists 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 rheumatologists 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 rheumatologist that takes First Health?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Clinical Rheumatology. 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.