Best Geriatricians in LA Mesa
Finding the right geriatrician in LA Mesa means weighing insurance coverage, distance, and bedside manner. The metro has a growing bench of geriatricians — 8 geriatricians are listed below.
8 geriatricians in LA Mesa

Sarah Jane Rios De Dios, NP
4.5Sarah Jane Rios De Dios · Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
8780 Elden St(858) 999-4227
Encompass Family And Internal Medicine Group Inc.
4.5Encompass Family And Internal Medicine Group Inc. · Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician
7051 Alvarado Rd(619) 460-7775

Savannah Marie Tadin, ARNP
4.5Savannah Marie Tadin · Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
8851 Center Dr Suite 505(858) 810-8000


Maria Elena Lai, MD
4.5Maria Elena Lai · Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician
8881 Fletcher Pkwy(619) 460-3311
Majid Shahbaz, MD
4.5Majid Shahbaz · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician
8851 Center Dr(619) 583-1174
Geriatricians in LA Mesa by insurance
These providers list this insurance as accepted, but coverage should be confirmed directly with the provider before booking.
Geriatricians in nearby cities
Same specialty in cities near LA Mesa — useful if your insurance network extends across the metro.
About finding a geriatrician in LA Mesa
LA Mesa has geriatricians practicing across hospital systems, group practices, and independent clinics. When choosing a geriatrician in LA Mesa, 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 LA Mesa geriatricians 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 geriatricians in LA Mesa
How much does a visit to a geriatrician cost in LA Mesa?+
In-network geriatricians in LA Mesa 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 LA Mesa geriatricians who list your specific plan, and confirm acceptance directly with the office before booking.
Are LA Mesa geriatricians accepting new patients?+
Most LA Mesa 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 LA Mesa geriatricians 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 a geriatrician in LA Mesa?+
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.