Scripps Coastal Medical Center Oceanside - Mission Avenue — Local services in Oceanside

Update 01/31/2020: It's been almost a month since I wrote this review and still no one has cared to reach out to me, except the person monitoring their social media feed. She told me on 2 instances that someone will reach out to me, but it seems no one cares. I went to this clinic for my annual physical and talked with my physician and he ordered a bunch of tests. I thought it was a normal annual physical that I've been having since past 5 years, but to my surprise I received a $400 bill a few weeks after my visit. I dug deeper to see what the charges were for and found that the physician requested tests that were not covered by my insurance. I called my insurance company and found that the tests requested would not be covered by any insurance, as those are not part of "annual physical tests". SO definitely it's not because my insurance is bad. I called the physician's office to ask why these tests were ordered and I was told the doctor ordered it as it was my first visit. On top of that the physician himself described me as a healthy individual. Then my question is why were those tests ordered! I specifically told them that those tests were not requested by me and they were ordered without letting me know that I'd have to pay $400 for them. To that I got a rude response saying told I should've known what my insurance covers. But as a matter of fact the office did not give me an opportunity to review anything before the tests. My blood was drawn and I was sent home. I got the reports the same day evening! How am I supposed to review anything? After this I was told that someone from the management side will contact me and I never received any call from anyone and they're sticking all these charges on me! It seems that either the doctors are not knowledgeable enough or they're trying to make money off the patients. Really bad experience, bad customer service and wouldn't advice to visit this office. If you happen to visit, I would advice to demand what they're going to do before they hand you an exorbitant bill that is not...

I recently moved to the area and was looking for a pediatrician. Everyone I spoke to recommended Dr. Silverberg. She has a reputation for being extremely knowledgeable, thorough, friendly, and taking her time with each patient. I walked into the office with my daughters and with very high expectations. I am pleased to say that she EXCEEDED my expectations! I know how busy medical offices are these days and it’s normal to go to an office, wait forever to be seen, only to see the provider for 5 minutes and then be rushed out the door. This was not the case at all. The MA who took my girls Vitals and did their vision and hearing screenings related to little ones so well. She was engaging, positive and fun. A great start to set the mood at a scary doctors office. Dr. Silverberg addressed every concern a worried mother could have. She gave each of my daughters individualized attention, was kind to them and made them feel safe. She answered all questions and provided great education. Not once did I feel rushed or feel that she brushed over a concern. And at the end of the appointment both my girls got stickers and a surprise! Yep, my kiddos can’t wait to go back!!! We will be following Dr. Silverberg for as long as we can. I feel so lucky to have her as my girl’s pediatrician and I (like so many others)...

My experience with Angel Ochoa – My former PCP in Escondido Scripps.

I have had a total of 6 medical appointments with Dr. Ochoa. During my first appointment he was very professional, nice, helpful and made me feel welcomed. I will always remember how he made me feel welcomed. I was not familiar with Scripps, so he explained every little detail about the company. For example, the fact that there is an online website to obtain results. He is a hardworking MD. He takes his time and does not rush the appointments compared to other Scripps providers I have seen. He is a MD who instead of following the saying “work smarter not harder” he just works HARDER! I’m a young adult so I do not have major health issues however every major concern I had Ochoa listened to them and assisted me with my issue.

He moved to 4318 Mission Ave Oceanside, CA 92057 and I’m saddened because he was my PCP in another city,

I’m thankful for whoever decided to hire Angel Ochoa. 😇

In conclusion, he is a good pcp but he is not perfect. Please choose pcp who will meet your medical standards. If seen other PCP's who are...