Cost of a Primary Care Doctor (Family Medicine) Visit
in Chula Vista
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Chula Vista's healthcare market serves patients through 45 active Primary Care Doctor (Family Medicine) providers, all operating as individual practitioners with no group practices in the area. Patients in Chula Vista pay between $130 and $287 for a Primary Care Doctor (Family Medicine) visit, with a median cost of $147 based on insurance negotiated rates.
Cost Summary for Primary Care Doctor (Family Medicine) in Chula Vista
Low Estimate
$130
Median
$147
High Estimate
$287
Providers
21
14% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does family medicine visit compare to related procedures in California?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internal Medicine Visit Standard office visit with an internist | 99214 | $80 | $85 | $250 | 2,792 |
| Psychiatric Evaluation Initial psychiatric evaluation with medical services | 90792 | $81 | $267 | $267 | 274 |
Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.
The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 99214 — Office/outpatient visit, established patient, moderate complexity). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.
Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.
This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.
Where this data comes from & what CPT 99214 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 99214 (Office/outpatient visit, established patient, moderate complexity), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 99214 covers: the provider's professional fee for family medicine visit. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.
How to read this data
Negotiated Rate
The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.
P5, Median, P95
P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.
What this does not tell you
These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.
New Patient vs. Follow-Up Costs in Chula Vista
Initial consultations with a Primary Care Doctor (Family Medicine) typically cost more than follow-up visits due to the additional time and assessment required. In Chula Vista, new patient visits (CPT codes 99203 and 99204) range from $130 to $371, while established patient follow-ups (CPT codes 99213 and 99214) cost between $25 and $287.
| Visit Type | Low Estimate | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient VisitCPT 99203/99204 | $130 | $371 |
| Follow-Up VisitCPT 99213/99214 | $25 | $287 |
New patient visits (CPT 99203/99204) involve more evaluation time. Follow-up visits (CPT 99213/99214) are typically shorter and lower cost.
Top Primary Care Doctor (Family Medicine)s in Chula Vista
Chula Vista has 45 active Primary Care Doctor (Family Medicine) providers available to serve patients in the area. Each provider profile includes patient ratings, accepted insurance plans, and current availability to help you make an informed choice.
| Provider | Organization | Location | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Melinda Silva, MD5.0 stars (127 reviews) | — | 890 EASTLAKE PKWY STE 103, Chula Vista, CA 91914 | Family Medicine Physician |
| Dr. William Padilla, MD5.0 stars (127 reviews) | — | 263 CHURCH AVE, Chula Vista, CA 91910 | Family Medicine Physician |
| Dr. Milnes Henson, MD5.0 stars (18 reviews) | — | 2300 BOSWELL RD, Chula Vista, CA 91914 | Family Medicine Physician |
| Dr. Eugene Rosenblatt, DO5.0 stars (7 reviews) | — | 865 3RD AVE, Chula Vista, CA 91911 | Family Medicine Physician |
| Dr. Cheng-I Lin, MD5.0 stars (5 reviews) | — | 1400 E PALOMAR ST, Chula Vista, CA 91913 | Family Medicine Physician |
Provider information sourced from the CMS NPI Registry. In-network status varies by insurance plan — verify directly with the provider and your insurer before booking.
Seeing a Primary Care Doctor (Family Medicine) in Chula Vista Without Insurance
Uninsured patients in Chula Vista seeking Primary Care Doctor (Family Medicine) care should expect to pay between $130 and $287 for their visit. The providers listed below have been filtered based on affordability and positive patient ratings to help you find quality care within your budget.
| Provider | Location | Phone | Median Rate | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Padilla, MD | 263 CHURCH AVE, Chula Vista, CA 91910 | 6194221324 | $140 | 5.0 | 127 |
| Dr. Melinda Silva, MD | 890 EASTLAKE PKWY STE 103, Chula Vista, CA 91914 | 6197611574 | $140 | 5.0 | 127 |
| Dr. Milnes Henson, MD | 2300 BOSWELL RD, Chula Vista, CA 91914 | 6197445355 | $140 | 5.0 | 18 |
| Dr. Rachel Abbott, MD | 678 3RD AVE, Chula Vista, CA 91910 | 6196624100 | $140 | 4.8 | 127 |
| Dr. Reuben Farris, MD | 340 4TH AVE, Chula Vista, CA 91910 | 6194228338 | $140 | 4.8 | 16 |
Providers listed are priced at or below the city median and carry a minimum patient rating of 4.0 stars with at least 10 reviews.
Is It Cheaper to See a Primary Care Doctor (Family Medicine) Near Chula Vista?
When comparing nearby cities, Chula Vista's median cost of $147 matches exactly with San Diego, located just 6.9 miles away with 94 providers. Oceanside offers slightly lower costs at $130 median (42 miles away), while Irvine runs significantly higher at $202 median (84 miles away). For patients willing to travel, Oceanside presents a $17 savings opportunity compared to local Chula Vista options.
| City | Median Cost | vs. Chula Vista | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chula Vista (this city) | $147 | — | 21 |
| San Diego6.9 mi away | $147 | $0 | 94 |
| Oceanside42.1 mi away | $130 | -$17 | 7 |
| Irvine84 mi away | $202 | +$55 | 23 |
Nearby cities sorted by distance. Delta = nearby city median minus Chula Vista median. Provider count reflects active providers for this specialty.
Primary Care Doctor (Family Medicine) Visit Costs by City in California — 2026
| City | Min Cost | Median Cost | Max Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mesa | $168 | $287 | $287 |
| Santee | $130 | $287 | $287 |
| Beverly Hills | $64 | $242 | $252 |
| Clovis | $69 | $238 | $238 |
| Reedley | $70 | $238 | $238 |
| Santa Barbara | $85 | $234 | $236 |
| Walnut Creek | $84 | $228 | $228 |
| Concord | $85 | $228 | $228 |
| San Ramon | $85 | $228 | $228 |
| Brentwood | $86 | $228 | $228 |
| Martinez | $85 | $228 | $228 |
| Pleasant Hill | $85 | $228 | $228 |
| Danville | $228 | $228 | $228 |
| Fresno | $78 | $202 | $238 |
| Orange | $80 | $202 | $204 |
| Irvine | $70 | $202 | $204 |
| Brea | $80 | $202 | $204 |
| Yorba Linda | $80 | $202 | $204 |
| Fullerton | $202 | $202 | $204 |
| Santa Rosa | $150 | $202 | $242 |
| Garden Grove | $70 | $202 | $204 |
| Eureka | $80 | $202 | $204 |
| Diamond Bar | $178 | $202 | $204 |
| Laguna Niguel | $88 | $202 | $204 |
| Whittier | $168 | $202 | $236 |
| Salinas | $80 | $196 | $228 |
| Visalia | $70 | $194 | $242 |
| Huntington Beach | $70 | $190 | $204 |
| Pasadena | $80 | $178 | $283 |
| Northridge | $141 | $178 | $188 |
| Carson | $80 | $178 | $178 |
| Sacramento | $85 | $168 | $242 |
| Marina Del Rey | $85 | $168 | $242 |
| Corcoran | $105 | $162 | $168 |
| Stockton | $83 | $157 | $168 |
| Bakersfield | $73 | $154 | $180 |
| Napa | $150 | $154 | $204 |
| Petaluma | $88 | $150 | $194 |
| Sonoma | $150 | $150 | $202 |
| Arcata | $80 | $150 | $204 |
| Rohnert Park | $80 | $150 | $203 |
| San Diego | $80 | $147 | $287 |
| Chula Vista (this city) | $130 | $147 | $287 |
| Poway | $147 | $147 | $231 |
| Ramona | $147 | $147 | $147 |
| San Marcos | $114 | $147 | $279 |
| Fontana | $64 | $147 | $178 |
| Ventura | $85 | $141 | $285 |
| Fremont | $80 | $140 | $178 |
| Redondo Beach | $75 | $132 | $178 |
| Encinitas | $80 | $130 | $287 |
| Vista | $80 | $130 | $202 |
| La Jolla | $86 | $130 | $168 |
| Oceanside | $86 | $130 | $287 |
| Redding | $80 | $130 | $202 |
| National City | $130 | $130 | $130 |
| Thousand Oaks | $85 | $120 | $236 |
| Santa Maria | $86 | $90 | $110 |
| Merced | $80 | $90 | $191 |
| Glendale | $75 | $88 | $202 |
| Simi Valley | $75 | $88 | $157 |
| Redlands | $80 | $88 | $194 |
| Roseville | $80 | $88 | $203 |
| Los Angeles | $80 | $85 | $250 |
| Santa Monica | $66 | $85 | $252 |
| San Francisco | $80 | $85 | $251 |
| Oakland | $80 | $85 | $251 |
| Santa Ana | $70 | $85 | $204 |
| Burbank | $85 | $85 | $168 |
| Berkeley | $85 | $85 | $251 |
| Torrance | $70 | $85 | $178 |
| San Pablo | $80 | $85 | $251 |
| Valencia | $85 | $85 | $86 |
| Modesto | $80 | $84 | $228 |
| Riverside | $70 | $82 | $173 |
| San Jose | $80 | $80 | $201 |
| Stanford | $80 | $80 | $88 |
| Anaheim | $70 | $80 | $204 |
| Pleasanton | $80 | $80 | $228 |
| Mission Viejo | $70 | $80 | $202 |
| Tustin | $77 | $80 | $202 |
| Lancaster | $80 | $80 | $178 |
| San Luis Obispo | $80 | $80 | $90 |
| Palm Springs | $80 | $80 | $98 |
| Los Gatos | $80 | $80 | $201 |
| Costa Mesa | $70 | $80 | $203 |
| Newport Beach | $80 | $80 | $202 |
| Pismo Beach | $80 | $80 | $90 |
| Laguna Hills | $70 | $80 | $147 |
| Palo Alto | $80 | $80 | $100 |
| Santa Clara | $70 | $80 | $217 |
| Long Beach | $70 | $70 | $203 |
| Westminster | $70 | $70 | $202 |
Costs reflect self-pay estimates based on insurer-negotiated rates. Insured patients may pay significantly less depending on plan type, deductible status, and network tier.
Cost by Procedure Type
Family Medicine Visit can be billed under different CPT codes depending on what's done during the procedure in Chula Vista, California.
Follow-up, low complexity
Follow-up, moderate complexity
Follow-up, high complexity
New patient, low complexity
New patient, moderate complexity
New patient, high complexity
Costs shown are median negotiated rates. Your actual cost depends on your insurance plan and provider.
Jayant Panwar
CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA
Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.
The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.