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Psychiatrists accepting Molina Healthcare in Gardena, CA

35 in-network Psychiatrists with 15 plans in Gardena, CA

35 Providers
30 Specialties
Molina Healthcare’s California network spans 24,689 providers. Gardena accounts for 1% of that. The largest Molina Healthcare footprint in California is in San Diego (3,991 providers).
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About Molina Healthcare Coverage in Gardena

Molina Healthcare operates 15 distinct plans in Gardena, CA, with a combined in-network roster of 126 doctors across 30 medical specialties. Among the five largest insurers we track in Gardena, Molina Healthcare ranks #6 by provider count, the leader is Aetna with 478 in-network doctors. Use this page to confirm a specific provider is in-network, understand which Molina Healthcare plans have the widest reach in Gardena, and compare coverage against other major insurers before scheduling care.

Molina Healthcare sells SNP, HMO plan types in Gardena. A PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) lets you see any provider without a referral; out-of-network care is covered but you pay a higher share. An HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) requires you to pick a primary-care doctor and get referrals for most specialist care, usually in exchange for lower premiums. An EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) is in-network only, like an HMO, but skips the referral requirement. A POS (Point of Service) plan blends HMO-style in-network with PPO-style out-of-network options. Your plan name is on your member ID card.

Molina Healthcare is a Medicare Advantage carrier in Gardena with 9 plans available to seniors, listed below with star ratings and premiums. Molina Healthcare does not currently sell ACA marketplace plans in CA; commercial coverage shown above comes through employer groups.

Data is sourced from the federally-mandated CMS Transparency in Coverage filings that every insurer must publish monthly. Medicare Advantage plans come from the CMS MA Landscape File. Last refreshed May 29, 2026. Networks change between filings, so even when a doctor appears here we recommend calling their office with your member ID to confirm current network status before your visit.

Plan Type Mix in Gardena

Molina Healthcare organizes its Gardena network into several plan types, each with different rules about which doctors you can see and what referrals you need. The bars below show the unique-provider share of the 126-doctor network that offers plans of each type.

A high PPO share means most Molina Healthcare doctors in Gardena accept the insurer’s broader preferred-provider plans. these give you maximum choice and don’t require referrals to specialists. A high HMO share signals a tighter gatekeeper model: lower premiums but you usually need your primary-care doctor to refer you before a specialist will bill. EPO and POS bars sit between those two on both flexibility and cost.

Because individual doctors typically participate in multiple Molina Healthcare plan types at once, these percentages don’t sum to 100%. the same provider can appear as both PPO and OAP coverage. What the chart tells you is which plan categories have meaningful depth in Gardena.

Network size126Molina Healthcare providers in Gardena
HMO
121126
96%
Other
125126
99%
Other
5126
4%

Percentages don’t sum to 100% because most doctors participate in several plan types simultaneously.

Molina Healthcare Plans for Psychiatrists in Gardena

Network-level provider counts for psychiatrists accepting Molina Healthcare in Gardena. Each row is a network in Molina Healthcare’s federal filing. your specific plan maps to one of these.

Plan / NetworkTypeDoctors

Molina Medicare Choice Care (HMO)

HMO

34

Molina Medicare Complete Care (HMO D-SNP)

SNP

34

Molina Marketplace

UNKNOWN

2

Molina Medicare Complete Care Plus (HMO D-SNP)

SNP

2

Child Health Plus (CHPlus)

UNKNOWN

2

Essential Plan

UNKNOWN

2

HealthChoice Illinois

UNKNOWN

2

Molina Healthcare Plus

UNKNOWN

2

Medicaid Managed Care (MMC)

UNKNOWN

2

HealthChoice Illinois MLTSS

UNKNOWN

2

Medicaid

UNKNOWN

1

Passport Marketplace

UNKNOWN

1

Molina Healthcare Medicare Advantage Plans in Gardena

9 Molina Healthcare Medicare Advantage plans available to seniors in Gardena. Each plan combines Medicare Parts A, B and usually D (prescription drugs) into one product, with star ratings and monthly premiums shown.

Star ratings (1-5) reflect overall plan quality measured by CMS. a 4-star plan generally indicates above-average member experience and care coordination. Premiums shown are the monthly cost on top of the standard Medicare Part B premium.

Plan NameTypeStar RatingPremium / MOOP
Central Health Classic Care Plan I (HMO)
HMO★★★☆☆ 3.0$0/moMOOP $799
Central Health Embrace Care Plan (HMO C-SNP)SNP
HMO C-SNP★★★☆☆ 3.0$0/moMOOP $799
Central Health Embrace Choice Plan (HMO C-SNP)SNP
HMO C-SNP★★★☆☆ 3.0$0/moMOOP $7,900
Central Health Jade Plan (HMO)
HMO★★★☆☆ 3.0$0/moMOOP $599
Central Health Medicare Plan (HMO)
HMO★★★☆☆ 3.0$0/moMOOP $1,100
Central Health Part B Savings Plan (HMO)
HMO★★★☆☆ 3.0$0/moMOOP $2,900
Central Health Valor Care Plan (HMO)
HMO★★★☆☆ 3.0MOOP $4,400
Molina Medicare Choice Care (HMO)
HMO★★★☆☆ 3.0$0/moMOOP $3,600
Molina Medicare Complete Care Plus (HMO D-SNP)SNP
HMO D-SNP★★★☆☆ 3.0$0/moMOOP $9,250

Source: CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape File. Star ratings reflect overall plan performance per CMS quality measures. Premiums shown are monthly Part C+D consolidated.

Physician Experience in Molina Healthcare’s Gardena Network

Years since medical school graduation is a reasonable proxy for experience, though it doesn’t capture fellowship training, subspecialty certifications, or years spent in specific clinical settings. For Molina Healthcare’s Gardena network the breakdown below gives a quick sense of whether you’re picking from a predominantly early-career roster or one weighted toward veteran practitioners.

A network heavy on early-career doctors (0–5 years) often means lower wait times for new patients and exposure to the latest training, while veteran providers (30+ years) typically bring deeper pattern recognition for unusual presentations. A balanced distribution. roughly one-quarter in each bucket. is a healthy signal that the insurer has depth at every career stage, not just new graduates filling out its directory.

Median21years of experience
319 Molina Healthcare providers in Gardena with graduation-year data
Early career0–5 yrs
7providers
2%
Established6–15 yrs
57providers
18%
Senior16–30 yrs
146providers
46%
Veteran30+ yrs
109providers
34%

Telehealth Coverage in Gardena

35 of 126 Molina Healthcare in-network providers (28%) offer telehealth visits in Gardena. Video appointments are typically covered for follow-ups, medication refills and adjustments, mental-health sessions, dermatology triage, and low-acuity primary care.

Availability and reimbursement still vary by state regulation and specific plan. Psychiatry, behavioral-health, and primary-care telehealth is near-universal at this point; procedural specialties (cardiology, orthopedics) typically offer video visits for pre-op consults and post-op follow-up but not initial diagnostic visits. Call the office with your Molina Healthcare member ID to confirm your plan covers the visit type you need.

Top specialties offering telehealth in Gardena

Top Hospitals Serving Molina Healthcare Patients in Gardena

Hospitals with the most Molina Healthcare-network physicians practicing there. Large affiliation counts indicate that Molina Healthcare has a durable relationship with the facility, which typically means smoother prior-authorizations for admissions, lab work, and follow-up care coordinated under one roof.

Hospital coverage is a separate contract from physician coverage. your Molina Healthcare plan may cover a doctor who admits at Hospital X but classify the hospital itself as out-of-network, leaving you with a surprise facility bill. Before scheduling anything inpatient or procedural, call both the doctor’s office and the hospital billing line with your member ID to confirm both sides are in-network for the specific plan you hold.

Coverage Compared in Gardena

Side-by-side provider counts for the five largest commercial and government insurers tracked in Gardena. These numbers show raw network breadth. they don’t adjust for quality, specialty mix, or your specific plan’s tier structure, but they’re a useful first filter when choosing a carrier at open enrollment.

If Molina Healthcare’s provider count looks limited for your needs, the alternatives below may fit better. Click any row to open that insurer’s Gardena provider list with the same filters, plan breakdown, and hospital affiliations that you’re seeing here.

Nearby Cities with Molina Healthcare Coverage

Cities closest to Gardena where Molina Healthcare has an in-network provider base of meaningful size. Useful if you’re willing to drive a short distance for a hard-to-find specialist, have two offices to choose between, or are planning a move inside the region.

The mileage figures are straight-line distances computed from average practice-address coordinates, not drive-time. Counts reflect each nearby city’s Molina Healthcare network size. a small count doesn’t mean no coverage, just that your in-Gardena options are likely more plentiful.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Molina Healthcare coverage in Gardena

How do I find an Molina Healthcare in-network doctor in Gardena, CA?

Molina Healthcare has 126 in-network providers across 30 medical specialties in Gardena. This list is compiled from federally-mandated CMS Transparency in Coverage filings, last verified May 29, 2026. Filter by specialty, plan type, gender, telehealth or experience above to narrow your search, then click any provider for full credentials and contact details. Always confirm coverage with your specific plan before scheduling.

What Molina Healthcare plan types are available in Gardena?

Molina Healthcare sells 2 distinct plan types in Gardena: SNP (125 doctors), HMO (121 doctors). PPO plans give you the broadest provider choice without referrals; HMO plans require a primary-care referral but typically have lower premiums; EPO plans skip the referral but stay in-network only; POS plans blend HMO in-network rules with PPO out-of-network options. Choose by reading what's printed on your member ID card and matching it to one of the rows in the Plans section above.

Does Molina Healthcare offer Medicare Advantage in Gardena?

Yes. Molina Healthcare offers 9 Medicare Advantage plans in Gardena for 2026, with plan types including HMO, HMO C-SNP, HMO D-SNP. The average CMS star rating across these plans is 3.0 of 5. Medicare Advantage (Part C) bundles Parts A and B with usually Part D prescription drug coverage, often adding dental, vision, and wellness benefits. Enrollment is open during the annual election period each fall.

What's the highest-rated Molina Healthcare Medicare Advantage plan in Gardena?

Central Health Classic Care Plan I (HMO) (HMO) holds Molina Healthcare's top CMS star rating in Gardena at 3.0 of 5, with a $0 monthly premium. Star ratings reflect overall plan quality based on member experience, customer service, drug pricing, and clinical care measures. Plans rated 4 or higher generally indicate above-average performance.

Are there $0 premium Molina Healthcare Medicare Advantage plans in Gardena?

Yes. 8 of Molina Healthcare's 9 Medicare Advantage plans in Gardena carry a $0 monthly premium for 2026. Note that $0 premium plans still require you to pay the standard Medicare Part B premium each month, plus copays and deductibles when you use care. Compare each plan's MOOP (maximum out-of-pocket) limit to understand worst-case annual cost.

Which hospitals in Gardena accept Molina Healthcare?

Hospitals where Molina Healthcare doctors most commonly practice in Gardena include MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF GARDENA, PROVIDENCE LITTLE COMPANY OF MARY MED CTR TORRANCE, TORRANCE MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, EL CENTRO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER. This is inferred from physician affiliations rather than direct insurer-hospital contracts, so confirm hospital network status separately with both your Molina Healthcare plan and the hospital's billing department before scheduling any inpatient or surgical procedure. Even when a doctor is in-network, the hospital where they admit may not be.

Which medical specialties have the most Molina Healthcare providers in Gardena?

Molina Healthcare's Gardena network is largest in Psychiatry (35), Clinical Psychologist (10), Podiatry (9). Primary care, behavioral health, and physical therapy tend to dominate insurer networks because high patient volumes drive deeper provider contracts. Surgical sub-specialties typically have narrower networks. Click any specialty in the section above to see a filtered list of those in-network providers.

How does Molina Healthcare compare to other insurers in Gardena?

Molina Healthcare ranks #6 of 6 major insurers tracked in Gardena by provider count, with 126 doctors. Aetna leads at 478 providers. Larger network size means more provider choice but doesn't guarantee that your specific doctor is in-network with any insurer. The Coverage Compared section above shows side-by-side counts for the top five carriers in Gardena.

How do I verify a doctor is in-network with Molina Healthcare?

Three steps: first match the doctor's name against this list, second call the provider's office with your member ID to confirm they currently accept your specific Molina Healthcare plan, and third check Molina Healthcare's own member portal for the most authoritative real-time status. Networks change between monthly federal filings; our data was last refreshed May 29, 2026.

What if my doctor isn't listed here?

This list reflects Molina Healthcare's submitted network data as of the last federal filing on May 29, 2026. Doctors join and leave networks between filings, so a current in-network provider may be missing if they joined recently. Call the doctor's office to ask whether they currently accept Molina Healthcare, then check Molina Healthcare's own member portal for confirmation.

When was this Molina Healthcare data last updated?

The Molina Healthcare Gardena provider list was last refreshed May 29, 2026. Doctor and network data come from the federally-mandated CMS Transparency in Coverage filings that every insurer must publish monthly. Medicare Advantage plans come from the CMS MA Landscape File. Refresh cadence: monthly for provider data, annually for marketplace and Medicare plans.

Related healthcare resources

Patient resources for Gardena Molina Healthcare members.

Data freshness

Last verified May 29, 2026 · Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage federal filings · Refresh cadence: monthly