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Accepting New Patients —
Most Major Insurance Plans

We work with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, and most major commercial plans — plus Medicare, Medi-Cal, TriCare, and self-pay. Our team verifies your benefits before your first appointment — no surprises.

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📱TelePsychiatry All 58 CA Counties
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💳Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · United & Most Major Plans
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📞(925) 825-1766
Insurance Accepted

We Work With Most Major Insurance Plans

We accept a wide range of commercial, government, and managed care plans. Don't see yours? Call us — we'll check your eligibility on the spot.

Commercial & Managed Care Plans

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna / Evernorth
United Healthcare
Optum
Health Net
Magellan Health
Beacon Health Options
Anthem
TriCare
KaiserOutside referral required
MHN / Managed Health

Government & Public Programs

Medicare
Medi-Cal
Self-Pay / Sliding Scale

Don't see your plan? Call (925) 825-1766 and we'll check your eligibility. Self-pay rates start at competitive cash-pay pricing.

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By scheduling an appointment, you consent to receive appointment reminders and care-related texts from Universal Medical Group. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out.

📞 (925) 825-1766
Common Questions

Patient FAQ

Everything you need to know before your first appointment.

Call us at (925) 825-1766 or book online via our Tebra patient portal. New patients are typically seen within 1–2 weeks. Telehealth patients are often seen sooner.
Bring a list of your current medications and dosages, any prior psychiatric records if available, your insurance card, and a photo ID.
Initial psychiatric evaluations are 60–90 minutes. We take our time to understand your full history, current concerns, and goals before making any recommendations.
Yes. New patient evaluations are available via our HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform for patients anywhere in California. You'll receive a secure video link before your appointment — no app download required.
Self-pay and sliding scale options are available. Please call our office to discuss rates. We believe everyone deserves access to quality psychiatric care regardless of insurance status.
Spravato® is covered by Medicare, Medi-Cal, and most commercial insurance when medically necessary. Our team manages the entire prior authorization process — no legwork required from you.
We are appointment-based and do not accept walk-ins. Please call (925) 825-1766 or book online. Urgent cases are accommodated as quickly as possible — please mention if your situation is time-sensitive.
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Concierge Psychiatry — Coming Soon

Premium personalized care with direct provider access, priority scheduling, extended appointments, and after-hours availability for established patients.

⭐ Direct Provider Cell Access ⭐ Priority Same-Day Scheduling ⭐ Extended Appointments ⭐ After-Hours Availability

Interested? Email info@unimedicalgroup.com to join the waitlist.