Second opinions
Get a second opinion on your cancer diagnosis
Second opinions are a standard, expected part of cancer care. Most insurance plans cover them. We make it easy — and we offer dedicated paths for the situations that benefit most.
Choose the review that fits your situation
USC-affiliated review
Academic-Caliber Cancer Second Opinion, in Newport Beach
An independent review of your diagnosis, imaging, and treatment plan by a Keck Medicine of USC–affiliated oncology team — without leaving Orange County.
Learn moreComplex case evaluation
Complex Cancer Case Evaluation
When the diagnosis is rare, the imaging is ambiguous, or the recommended plan feels uncertain — a coordinated multidisciplinary review can re-anchor the decision.
Learn morePPO second opinion
Cancer Second Opinion for PPO Members in Orange County
If you're on a PPO plan, you can usually request a second opinion directly — no referral required. Here's how to use that flexibility well.
Learn morePathology re-review
Independent Pathology Re-Review
Have your biopsy slides re-read by a subspecialty cancer pathologist. The single most common reason a second opinion changes a treatment plan.
Learn morePlans we work with
Coverage details vary by plan. Our care coordinators help verify your benefits before scheduling.