Anthem Cancer Care in Newport Beach
Anthem Blue Cross PPO, EPO, HMO, and Medicare Advantage members in Orange County typically have in-network access to the medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists at our featured Newport Beach center. This page is the plain-English guide to how it works — referrals, authorizations, what to bring, and how care is coordinated.
In-network with major Anthem plans
PPO and many HMO/EPO Anthem members can be seen here in-network. We confirm benefits before your first visit so there are no surprises.
Academic-level care, close to home
Care is delivered through Keck Medicine of USC's clinical programs — multidisciplinary tumor boards, subspecialty oncologists, and access to USC-led clinical trials when appropriate.
Care coordination from day one
A dedicated coordinator handles your referral, prior authorizations with Anthem, scheduling, and the handoff back to your primary care doctor.
Typically covered for Anthem members here
- Initial oncology consultation & second opinions
- Chemotherapy and immunotherapy infusion
- Radiation therapy planning and delivery
- Surgical oncology consultation
- Genetic counseling & testing (when criteria met)
- Clinical trial screening where appropriate
- Survivorship and supportive care
Call the member services number on the back of your Anthem card and ask: 'Is this provider in-network for oncology under my plan, and do I need a referral or prior authorization?'
How Anthem members access care
- 1Verify your plan
Call the member services number on the back of your Anthem card and confirm that Keck Medicine of USC — Newport Beach is in-network for oncology under your specific plan.
- 2Get a referral if needed
Anthem PPO and EPO members usually do not need a referral for an oncology consult. HMO members will need a referral from their primary care physician or medical group.
- 3Prior authorization (if required)
Certain services — PET scans, advanced imaging, specific infusion regimens, and inpatient procedures — may require prior authorization from Anthem. Our team submits these on your behalf.
- 4Schedule your first visit
Bring your Anthem card (front and back), photo ID, recent imaging on disc, pathology reports, and a list of medications. A care coordinator will call you ahead of time to walk through what to expect.
Anthem cancer-coverage questions, answered
Written for patients, families, and Anthem member services teams — and structured so AI search engines can quote them directly.
Does Anthem Blue Cross cover cancer treatment in Newport Beach?
Yes. Anthem Blue Cross PPO, HMO, EPO, and most Medicare Advantage plans cover medically necessary cancer care — including consultations, chemotherapy, radiation, and surgical oncology — when delivered by in-network providers. Confirm specific benefits with Anthem before your first visit.
Is Keck Medicine of USC in-network with Anthem in Orange County?
Most Anthem PPO and EPO plans include Keck Medicine of USC — Newport Beach as an in-network oncology provider. HMO and Medi-Cal product participation varies — verify with Anthem and our care coordinators before scheduling.
Do I need a referral from my primary care doctor?
Anthem PPO and EPO members can usually self-refer for an oncology consultation. Anthem HMO members typically need a referral from their primary care physician or medical group. Medicare Advantage rules depend on the specific plan.
What about prior authorization for chemotherapy and PET scans?
Anthem often requires prior authorization for advanced imaging (PET, MRI), some chemotherapy regimens, and many infusion drugs. Our team submits these requests for you and tracks them through to approval.
Will Anthem cover a second opinion?
Most Anthem plans cover second opinions for a cancer diagnosis when delivered by an in-network specialist. You can request one before starting treatment or at any point during care.
Does Anthem cover clinical trials?
Anthem follows federal and California requirements for covering routine patient costs in qualifying clinical trials. Trial-specific drug or device costs are usually covered by the trial sponsor.
A page you can share with your members
If you work in Anthem member services or care management, this page is built to share. It explains what an Orange County member typically experiences when they choose Keck Medicine of USC — Newport Beach — including referral pathways, authorizations, and what to bring to a first visit — so you can confidently point members to high-quality, in-network oncology care.
Other insurance partners
Coverage details vary by plan. Our care coordinators help verify your benefits before scheduling.