Best Anesthesiologists in San Francisco

Finding the right anesthesiologist in San Francisco means weighing insurance coverage, distance, and bedside manner. The metro has a growing bench of anesthesiologists — 100+ verified anesthesiologists are listed below.

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100 anesthesiologists in San Francisco

Anesthesiologists in San Francisco by insurance

These providers list this insurance as accepted, but coverage should be confirmed directly with the provider before booking.

AetnaBCBSUnitedHealthcareCignaHumanaKaiser PermanenteAnthemMedicareMedicaidTRICARE

Anesthesiologists in nearby cities

Same specialty in cities near San Francisco — useful if your insurance network extends across the metro.

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About finding an anesthesiologist in San Francisco

San Francisco has anesthesiologists practicing across hospital systems, group practices, and independent clinics. When choosing an anesthesiologist in San Francisco, the three factors most patients care about are: insurance acceptance, distance from home or work, and patient reviews. Heallexa shows all three on every listing so you can compare without clicking back and forth.

Many San Francisco anesthesiologists list major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, and Medicare. Listings reflect what providers have indicated they accept — always confirm in-network status directly with the office before booking. Out-of-network visits can cost 3–5× more than in-network ones.

Common questions about anesthesiologists in San Francisco

How much does a visit to an anesthesiologist cost in San Francisco?+

In-network anesthesiologists in San Francisco typically run $120–$300 for an initial visit before insurance. Out-of-network rates can be 3–5× higher. Use the insurance filter above to see San Francisco anesthesiologists who list your specific plan, and confirm acceptance directly with the office before booking.

Are San Francisco anesthesiologists accepting new patients?+

Most San Francisco listings indicate new-patient status on the profile. Wait times vary by specialty and insurance; calling the office directly is the fastest way to confirm same-week availability.

Which insurance plans do San Francisco anesthesiologists list?+

Major plans in include Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, and Medicare. Listings show plans the provider has indicated they accept — always confirm in-network status directly with the office before your appointment.

Do I need a referral to see an anesthesiologist in San Francisco?+

Most PPO plans in allow direct booking. HMO and many Medicare Advantage plans require a primary-care referral first. Confirm with your insurer or the office before booking.

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