Dermatology Services

Does Bonnie do general dermatology as well as cosmetic?

Yes. In fact, Bonnie enthusiastically enjoys helping peope with common skin problems: acne, rashes, complete body examination, sun damage assesment, skin cancer screening evaluation, and other common issues.

If I am interested in cosmetic procedures, how do I find out the cost?

Standard fees can be quoted over the telephone.  For specific individual questions, please schedule a consultation.  The consultation fee of $50 can be applied to the price of the cosmetic procedure for up to 3 months after the encounter. Payment in full is expected at the time of service. We do accept cash, checks and credit/debit cards.  There is no cash discount.

What advantages does the StarLux ™ have over other hair removal systems?

We have learned from years of experience that not all hair removal systems are equivalent. After researching systems, we fell that they StarLux™ is the most efficient, comfortable, and affordable laser we can offer our patients.

Pulmonary Services

Does Dr. Wayne Hooper provide primary care services?

No. He is a consultant only. However, he can assist you in recommending a primary care physician in your area if you are without such a provider. Dr. Hooper will correspond with your primary care physician on a regular basis about your pulmonary problem(s).

Will Dr. Hooper admit me or follow me should I require hospitalization?

Dr. Hooper is no longer seeing patients in the hospital at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla or Encinitas, California. He does discuss your case with the physicians involved at those hospitals and will be available to follow your pulmonary problem along with your primary care physician after discharge.

If I require a procedure, such as a bronchoscopy, to be performed, will Dr. Hooper perform such a procedure?

Dr. Hooper would refer you to a colleague in your community who would perform what ever necessary procedure you would require. He would coordinate such testing to be performed and would follow you up with an office consultation to discuss how to proceed following such a test.

Does Dr. Wayne Hooper see patients referred from other hospital systems outside of Scripps Health?

Yes. Many patients are seen at our office from outside of San Diego County but also within the community. Some of our patients are referred from Tri-City area or the Sharp Healthcare. Dr. Hooper is happy to see and evaluate any patient referred to our office. Dr. Hooper will work alongside of your primary care physician who may be located outside of the Scripps system.

Does Dr. Hooper see pulmonary patients in the Mammoth Lakes office?

Dr. Hooper is no longer seeing consultations in pulmonary medicine in Mammoth Lakes. He is, however, continuing to work with his wife, Bonnie, in a supervisory role assisting her practice in this region.

Which insurances do we accept?

Blue Shield PPO
Blue Cross/Anthem PPO
Cigna PPO, Open Access, OAP
First Health/CCN/Coventry PPO and work comp
Health Net PPO
Humana/ChoiceCare PPO
Medicare
Pacificare/UHC PPO
PHCS
Railroad Medicare
Scripps Coastal Medical Group
U.S. Department of Labor

However, we recommend contacting our billing office for an updated list as this may change frequently.

Financial Services

If I have a billing question who should I contact?

Our offices do not handle billing questions. Please contact Practice Development Strategies at 691.757.2200 and ask to speak to the agent who is handling Rancho Sierra Medical Group’s billing issues.

Contact Us if you have any other questions.