Richard J. Macias
Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions
1235 Osos Street, Suite 100, 
San Luis Obispo, CA 

Overview

Dr. Macias is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and Board Certified in Pediatric Medicine. He is a graduate of the Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara School of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency training in pediatrics at the LAC-USC Medical Center, where he was Chief Resident. Dr. Macias was a staff pediatrician for the San Luis Medical Clinic and Family Care Center Pediatrics prior to becoming a founding partner with Dr. Dale Rowland at Central Coast Pediatrics Inc. in 1990. He has served as a member of the governing board at French Hospital, and section chair of Pediatrics.

Dr. Macias was also past Chief of Staff at General Hospital. He is an active member of the Medical staffs at French Hospital Medical Center, Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center in San Luis Obispo, and Twin Cities Community Hospital in Templeton.

Dr. Macias enjoys traveling with his wife Yvonne and spending time with their two young adult sons. In addition, Dr. Macias has international medical experience having been involved in programs in Mexico and Haiti. Presently, he is also on the advisory board of AMISTAD International, a non-profit foundation that provides humanitarian aid throughout the world.

Currently Dr. Macias is not accepting new patients, but will see newborns of existing family members in his practice.

Dr. Macias is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Herpangina, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Croup, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Dr. Macias is board certified in Pediatrics. Dr. Macias is currently accepting new patients.

Residency

LAC-USC Medical Center

Specialties

Pediatrics

Licenses

Pediatrics in CA

Board Certifications

Pediatrics

Hospital Affiliations

Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
French Hospital Medical Center
Twin Cities Community Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Spectrum Priority Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Sutter Health
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

Central Coast Pediatrics
1235 Osos Street, Suite 100, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Other Locations
Central Coast Pediatrics
1320 Las Tablas Road, Suite D, Templeton, CA 93465
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard J. Macias is classified as an Advanced expert for Herpangina, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Richard J. Macias specialize in?

While Dr. Richard J. Macias is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Herpangina, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Croup. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.

Does Dr. Richard J. Macias accept my insurance?

Dr. Richard J. Macias accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-549-0888 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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