Accessible, Transparent, & Patient-Friendly Care
At Rheumatology Associates, we believe that specialty care—like rheumatology consultations and infusion therapy—should be accessible and affordable. We work with a wide range of insurance plans and offer flexible billing solutions to ensure that patients can focus on healing without financial stress.
Insurance
Insurance Plans We Accept
We accept all major insurance providers, including:
Payment options:
- Medicare
- Medi-Cal/Partnership Health Plan
- Commercial insurance plans (e.g., Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, etc.)
- Employer-sponsored health plans
- Marketplace (ACA/Exchange) plans
- TRICARE and VA Community Care (if applicable)
Not sure if you’re insurance is accepted?
Call us at 1.530.276.0075 or email Billing@RheumatologyClinic.com —we’re happy to verify your coverage before your visit.
Insurance
Insurance Plans We Accept
We accept all major insurance providers, including:
Payment options:
- Medicare
- Medi-Cal/Partnership Health Plan
- Commercial insurance plans (e.g., Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, etc.)
- Employer-sponsored health plans
- Marketplace (ACA/Exchange) plans
- TRICARE and VA Community Care (if applicable)
Not sure if we’re in-network?
Call us at 1.530.276.0075 or email Billing@RheumatologyClinic.com —we’re happy to verify your coverage before your visit.
Coverage
What Insurance May Cover:
We handle the pre-authorization process and communicate directly with your insurance provider to help reduce delays or surprises. Depending on your plan and diagnosis, your insurance may help cover:
Visit Coverage:
Initial and follow-up rheumatology visits
Treatment Coverage:
Infusion therapy treatments (biologics, IV iron, osteoporosis medications)
Testing Coverage:
Lab work and diagnostic testing
Coordination Coverage:
Imaging and co-management with other providers
Process Handling:
Prior authorizations and case management
Payment Options
Self-Pay & Out-of-Network Options
If you don’t have insurance or are out-of-network, we still welcome you as a patient.
Transparent Self-Pay Pricing
- Simple pricing for new patient visits, follow-ups, and infusions
- No surprise billing
- Pay-as-you-go or bundled care packages available for infusion therapy
Flexible Payment Plans
- Interest-free installment options for qualifying balances
- Third-party financing assistance (e.g., CareCredit, Cherry, etc.)
- Ability to set up recurring payments through our online portal
SUPPORT
Help With High-Cost Medications
We’ll guide you through applications and help with required documentation—so cost doesn’t keep you from the treatment you need. We understand that biologics and specialty medications can be expensive.
Our staff is trained to help you explore:
Copay Assistance
Manufacturer copay cards
Patient Programs
Patient assistance programs (PAPs)
Foundation Grants
Nonprofit foundations that may offer grants for qualifying patients
Coverage Bridges
Bridge programs for temporary coverage lapses
Billing
Billing Support & Financial Counseling
Our in-house billing team is here to answer your questions, explain your statements, and help you plan for upcoming costs. Whether you need a cost estimate before treatment or help managing a balance, we’ll support you every step of the way.
Common Questions We Can Help With:
“What will my out-of-pocket cost be?”
“Do I need a referral or prior authorization?”
“Is infusion therapy covered under my medical or pharmacy benefit?”
“Can I set up a payment plan?”