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By Jayant Panwar, Healthcare Data AnalystUpdated April 4, 2026Editorial policy
Disclaimer: This page provides cost comparison data sourced from insurer Transparency in Coverage files. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical decisions.Learn about our data methodology.
Chula Vista, California

Cost of a General Doctor (Adult) Visit
in Chula Vista

Chula Vista's healthcare market features a concentration of individual practitioners serving the South Bay region. Patients in Chula Vista pay between $130 and $287 for a General Doctor (Adult) visit, with a median of $287. The city has 24 active providers, all operating as individual practitioners with no group practice organizations.

Cost Summary for General Doctor (Adult) in Chula Vista

Low Estimate

$130

Median

$287

High Estimate

$287

Providers

31

National avg: $132Chula Vista: $287

118% above national average

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 99214Office/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 internal medicine visit. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.

New Patient vs. Follow-Up Costs in Chula Vista

Initial consultations typically cost more than follow-up appointments due to increased time and complexity requirements. The data below shows new patient visits in Chula Vista range from $130-$371 depending on complexity (CPT 99203/99204), while follow-up visits cost $25-$287 (CPT 99213/99214).

New patient versus follow-up visit cost comparison
Visit TypeLow EstimateHigh 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 General Doctor (Adult)s in Chula Vista

Chula Vista has 24 active General Doctor (Adult) providers available for new patients. Each provider profile includes patient ratings, accepted insurance plans, and current appointment availability.

Top-rated doctors for this specialty
ProviderOrganizationLocationSpecialty
Dr. Alshafie Hassan, MD5.0 stars (519 reviews)1400 EAST PALOMAR STREET, Chula Vista, CA 91913Internal Medicine Physician
Dr. Benjamin Hourani, MD5.0 stars (2 reviews)754 MEDICAL CENTER CT, Chula Vista, CA 91911Internal Medicine Physician
Dr. David Hansen, MD5.0 stars (1 reviews)754 MEDICAL CENTER CT, Chula Vista, CA 91911Internal Medicine Physician
Dr. Timothy Lee, MD5.0 stars (1 reviews)1400 E PALOMAR ST, Chula Vista, CA 91913Internal Medicine Physician
Dr. Robert Sartor, MD5.0 stars (1 reviews)1400 E PALOMAR ST, Chula Vista, CA 91913Internal 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 General Doctor (Adult) in Chula Vista Without Insurance

Uninsured patients in Chula Vista can expect self-pay rates ranging from $130 to $287 for General Doctor (Adult) visits. The providers below offer transparent pricing and maintain high patient satisfaction ratings for cash-pay services.

Affordable self-pay providers priced at or below the city median
ProviderLocationPhoneMedian RateRatingReviews
Dr. Alshafie Hassan, MD1400 EAST PALOMAR STREET, Chula Vista, CA 919138584992600$855.0519
Perry Montoya, M.D525 3RD AVE, Chula Vista, CA 919108584992600$854.8326
Dr. Duc Le, MD751 MEDICAL CENTER CT, Chula Vista, CA 919116195025800$854.8127
Dr. David Brunsting, MD971 LANE AVE, Chula Vista, CA 919146195027300$854.8127
Dr. Diana Rowell, MD525 3RD AVE, Chula Vista, CA 919108584992707$854.8127

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 General Doctor (Adult) Near Chula Vista?

Chula Vista ties with La Mesa for the highest General Doctor (Adult) visit costs in the region at $287 median. Nearby San Diego offers a more affordable option at $236 median, representing $51 in potential savings just 6.9 miles away. Escondido provides the most significant cost difference at $88 median, though it requires a 33-mile drive from Chula Vista.

Cost comparison with nearby cities
CityMedian Costvs. Chula VistaProviders
Chula Vista (this city)$28731
San Diego6.9 mi away$236-$51105
Escondido33.1 mi away$88-$1999
Irvine84 mi away$80-$20726

Nearby cities sorted by distance. Delta = nearby city median minus Chula Vista median. Provider count reflects active providers for this specialty.

General Doctor (Adult) Visit Costs by City in California2026

General Doctor (Adult) visit costs across cities in California
CityMin CostMedian CostMax Cost
Chula Vista (this city)$130$287$287
La Mesa$130$287$287
Beverly Hills$85$242$251
West Hollywood$85$242$251
Tarzana$80$242$242
Marina Del Rey$85$242$242
Clovis$85$238$238
San Diego$80$236$287
Santa Barbara$80$234$236
Walnut Creek$85$228$228
Concord$85$228$251
Orinda$85$228$251
San Ramon$203$228$228
Danville$80$228$228
Mission Viejo$131$202$204
Fullerton$82$202$204
Santa Rosa$150$202$204
Newport Beach$80$202$204
Napa$88$202$228
Huntington Beach$70$202$238
Eureka$202$202$204
Santa Ana$70$202$204
San Clemente$70$202$204
Yorba Linda$80$202$204
Salinas$168$196$196
Fresno$70$194$238
Visalia$88$194$194
Anaheim$70$180$204
Pasadena$85$178$242
Mission Hills$70$178$203
Covina$80$178$178
Arcadia$178$178$178
Duarte$80$178$205
Garden Grove$129$178$203
Glendora$178$178$178
San Gabriel$159$178$184
Montebello$82$173$178
Torrance$85$168$250
San Juan Capistrano$70$165$202
Laguna Niguel$147$158$171
Bakersfield$70$150$202
San Rafael$150$150$169
Greenbrae$150$150$214
Poway$130$147$287
Sacramento$80$144$228
Redlands$121$141$160
Fremont$80$140$201
Westminster$88$137$203
La Jolla$70$130$287
Vista$86$130$164
Lodi$75$129$159
Pomona$80$116$245
Los Gatos$80$116$236
Morgan Hill$80$109$242
Chico$87$94$287
Redwood City$80$88$251
Escondido$80$88$147
Glendale$78$88$178
Redding$88$88$91
Hanford$75$88$157
Stockton$70$88$152
Atascadero$80$88$113
Marysville$86$88$98
Los Angeles$80$85$251
San Francisco$80$85$251
Santa Monica$80$85$251
Oakland$80$85$251
Long Beach$70$85$250
Burbank$85$85$242
Berkeley$80$85$251
Emeryville$80$85$88
Riverside$80$85$202
Daly City$85$85$251
Valencia$85$85$85
Thousand Oaks$80$85$106
San Leandro$80$85$251
Sylmar$85$85$202
Simi Valley$85$85$88
Encino$85$85$169
Porter Ranch$85$85$85
Hayward$80$85$221
Burlingame$85$85$251
Palmdale$79$82$88
Stanford$80$80$80
Orange$80$80$202
San Jose$80$80$202
Palo Alto$80$80$80
Irvine$70$80$202
Pleasanton$80$80$228
Modesto$80$80$202
Mountain View$80$80$202
Menlo Park$80$80$80
Laguna Hills$70$80$203
San Luis Obispo$72$80$90
Palm Springs$80$80$85
Castro Valley$80$80$228
Loma Linda$73$80$168
Lancaster$80$80$126
Costa Mesa$80$80$202
Roseville$80$80$88
Santa Maria$80$80$90
Fountain Valley$70$70$178
Rancho Mirage$68$70$287

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

Internal Medicine Visit can be billed under different CPT codes depending on what's done during the procedure in Chula Vista, California.

CPT 992132,776 providers

Follow-up, low complexity

$85
Range: $75$169
CPT 992142,792 providers

Follow-up, moderate complexity

$85
Range: $80$250
CPT 992152,545 providers

Follow-up, high complexity

$88
Range: $80$351
CPT 992032,662 providers

New patient, low complexity

$88
Range: $80$244
CPT 992042,655 providers

New patient, moderate complexity

$88
Range: $80$370
CPT 992052,439 providers

New patient, high complexity

$85
Range: $80$460

Costs shown are median negotiated rates. Your actual cost depends on your insurance plan and provider.

Compare Similar Procedures

How does internal medicine visit compare to related procedures in California?

ProcedureCPTLowMedianHighProviders
Family Medicine Visit

Standard office visit with a family medicine physician

99214$70$140$2501,828
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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions — General Doctor (Adult) Costs in Chula Vista

What is the average cost of a General Doctor (Adult) visit in Chula Vista without insurance?

Without insurance, General Doctor (Adult) visits in Chula Vista cost between $130 and $287, with a median of $287. This represents the negotiated rates that insurance companies pay providers in the area. Self-pay patients may be able to negotiate different rates directly with individual practices.

How much more does a new patient consultation cost compared to a follow-up in Chula Vista?

New patient visits cost significantly more than follow-ups in Chula Vista. Low-complexity new patient consultations (CPT 99203) have a median of $250, while moderate complexity visits (CPT 99204) reach $370. Follow-up visits range from $154 median for low complexity to $287 for moderate complexity appointments.

Are there lower-cost General Doctor (Adult) options in cities near Chula Vista?

Yes, nearby San Diego offers General Doctor (Adult) visits at a $236 median, saving $51 compared to Chula Vista's $287. Escondido provides even greater savings at $88 median, though it requires a longer drive. Both cities have larger provider networks than Chula Vista's 24 practitioners.

How do I find a highly rated, affordable General Doctor (Adult) in Chula Vista?

Compare rates among Chula Vista's 24 individual practitioners, as costs can vary from $130 to $287 for the same service type. Look for providers who accept your insurance plan and check patient reviews for quality indicators. Some practitioners may offer payment plans for uninsured patients.

What should I expect to pay for a General Doctor (Adult) visit in Chula Vista with insurance?

Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your specific insurance plan's copay, deductible, and coinsurance structure. Insurance companies have negotiated rates between $130-$287 with Chula Vista providers. Contact your insurer to understand your exact financial responsibility before scheduling.

How many General Doctor (Adult)s are currently practicing in Chula Vista?

Chula Vista has 24 active General Doctor (Adult) providers, all operating as individual practitioners. This relatively small provider network means patients may want to consider nearby San Diego, which has 105 providers and typically lower costs at $236 median versus Chula Vista's $287.

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Jayant Panwar

CEO & Healthcare Data Analyst, Momentary Labs

Last updated: April 4, 2026

About This Data

Cost data sourced from Transparency in Coverage (TiC) machine-readable files published by UnitedHealthcare as required by the CMS Price Transparency Rule. These are actual negotiated rates between insurers and providers — not estimates.

Prices shown are for Office/outpatient visit, established patient, moderate complexity (CPT 99214) in Chula Vista, California.

Actual out-of-pocket costs depend on your insurance plan, deductible, coinsurance, and services received. This is not medical advice.

About this page

Data source: UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files, CPT 99214, Chula Vista, California providers. Rates represent in-network negotiated amounts and may vary by plan type.

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