Lakewood Health Center of Lakewood, CA

About This Health Center

Operated by: Planned Parenthood Los Angeles

Care No Matter What

Planned Parenthood is one of the nation’s leading providers of high-quality, affordable health care, and the nation’s largest provider of sex education. With or without insurance, you can always come to us for your health care. Most birth control, annual exams, HIV testing, and STD testing will be covered for free, with no copay.

Language & Interpreters

English; Spanish; Interpretation by telephone available for other languages.

Please let us know if you need an interpreter when scheduling your appointment.

Services Offered

Our expert care providers offer care in the following services. Learn more about what services are offered, what to expect, and pricing.

Hours

Health Center Hours

Retrieving hours...

Day	Hours
Mon	7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tues	7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wed	8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Thurs	8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri	8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sat	8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sun	Closed

Please note that we'll be closed on these holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day

Walk-in Information

If you need emergency contraception (AKA the morning after pill), you can walk in anytime we’re open.

Walk-in Hours:
Monday – Tuesday: 7 am – 3:30 pm
Wednesday – Friday: 8 am – 3:30 pm
Saturday: 8 am – 3 pm

More About This Health Center

Services under some insurance plans and physician groups require prior authorization.

Appointments

Call 800-576-5544 to book your appointment. Health center staff can also answer any questions you may have.

Insurance & Payments

Everyone deserves affordable health care. Most birth control, annual exams, HIV testing, and STD testing will be covered for free, with no copay. With or without insurance, you can always come to us for your health care.

I don’t have insurance or Medicaid

If you don't have insurance, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. If you’re worried about cost, talk to us about how you can get health care that fits your budget.

Get Coverage

Our fees are based on your household income. We’ll never turn you away from the care you need because of your inability to pay.

I have insurance or Medicaid

We take the following insurance:

Aetna
Alpha Care Medical Group
Angeles IPA
Bella Vista Medical Group
Blue Shield
Bright/PIH
Centinela Valley IPA
Crown City Medical Group
El Proyecto del Barrio
Employee Health Systems (EHS)
FPACT
Global Care Medical Group
Health Care LA, IPA
Healthcare Partners Medical Group
Inland Valleys IPA
Kaiser Permanente
Medi-CAL
Molina
Oscar
Premier Physician Network
Prudent Medical Group
Watts Healthcare Foundation

We accept many private and public insurance plans. If you don't see your insurance listed, please call us at 800-576-5544.

Payment Options

Medicaid is accepted here. That includes Medi-Cal, FPACT.

Most health insurance plans now cover prescription birth control, annual wellness exams, and HIV and STD screenings with no copay, and many other services with some copay required. Contact your health insurance company directly to confirm that the services you need are covered and what, if any, out of pocket costs you are required to pay.

Additional Payment information

Payment is expected at time of service. We accept:

Cash
Major Credit/Debit Cards

If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale.

Please bring the following documents if you have them:

photo ID

If you do not have health insurance, read about health insurance options to find out how to get more affordable coverage and what to consider when choosing a plan.

Patient Resources

Additional patient resources are available online for this location to help you get the care you need when you need it.

Resources

Access Our Medical Forms

Additional Information

More Appointment Information

We’re unable to provide childcare at our health center. For safety reasons children need to be accompanied by an adult when they’re in the waiting room. Only infants can accompany you to the exam room. Please bring a friend or family member to be with your children if you don’t have childcare at home.

You can come to us for services that don’t require a medical exam. For example, birth control education and supplies; emergency contraception (AKA the morning after pill); pregnancy testing and counseling; STD testing, and testing and treatments for urinary tract infections.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment to check in and complete paperwork.

Planned Parenthood health centers are operated by regional Planned Parenthood affiliate organizations.

Learn more about our services.

About Us

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Pricing and/or insurance information is subject to change at any time. This information is for informational purposes and does not constitute medical or legal advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.

This health center supports and welcomes all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or biological sex, including but not limited to lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, questioning, and intersex clients. All services are provided in a respectful and professional manner.

Find Care Near You

Staff at your local Planned Parenthood health center can talk with you and help you get the care you need. You can search for a health center online or call 1-800-230-PLAN for care today.