Summary

Dr. Catherine Fontecha is a surgeon who brings 18 years of medical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine and has dedicated her career to surgical care. Dr. Fontecha is fluent in English.

Dr. Fontecha practices at Riverside Community Hospital in Riverside and Memorial Medical Center in Modesto. She specializes in treating patients with closed head injuries and traumatic brain injuries, along with providing care for back pain during pregnancy. Her surgical expertise includes performing diagnostic procedures such as CT scans and specialized blood tests. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 18 years of experience
  • 55 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St Georges University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Catherine Arellano Fontecha has 2 locations

Riverside Community Hospital

4445 Magnolia AveRiverside, CA 92501

Memorial Medical Center

1700 Coffee RdModesto, CA 95355

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English
Riverside , CALoma Linda , CASan Diego , CALoma Linda , CA
Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Catherine Arellano Fontecha

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AlphaCare
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Catherine Arellano Fontecha has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Catherine Arellano Fontecha has the following area of expertise

  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

St Georges University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2008

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Catherine Fontecha accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Catherine Fontecha accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Catherine Fontecha's office located?
Dr. Catherine Fontecha's office is located at 4445 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA, 92501.
What languages does Dr. Catherine Fontecha speak?
Dr. Catherine Fontecha speaks English.
Is Dr. Catherine Fontecha accepting new patients?
Dr. Catherine Fontecha has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Catherine Fontecha accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Catherine Fontecha has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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