SMMC: Patient & Visitor Guide
Clinics
San Mateo Medical Center offers comprehensive primary and specialty care for infants, children, teens, adults and older adults in clinics throughout San Mateo County. Find a location near you.
If you are a new patient seeking care, please review the insurance plans we accept and how to make an appointment.
Emergency
If you think your medical problem is critical or life-threatening, call 911.
San Mateo Medical Center provides medical and psychiatric emergency care for people of all ages 24 hours a day, every day.
Hospital
At San Mateo Medical Center, safety is our top priority. We have screenings in place at our hospital entrances to protect our patients and staff.
San Mateo Medical Center’s acute care hospital, specialty services, ancillary services, emergency services, psychiatric services and administrative offices are located in San Mateo. Some of our primary care clinics also are located in San Mateo.
New Patients
Welcome to San Mateo Medical Center! We look forward to being your healthcare partner.
Our doctors, nurses and support staff are ready to answer your questions, find out what’s important to you, and provide the care you need to live your healthiest life.
San Mateo Medical Center’s hospital and clinics currently accepts the following insurance/coverage plans:
Visitor Information
Updated January 2025
Visitors are asked to follow all safety requirements and
directions from staff. The care team will help and answer any
questions you have.
Help Paying Your Bill
Your health is our focus, no matter your financial situation.
Health coverage can be complicated. That’s why we offer free help applying for health coverage and financial assistance programs. We’ll tell you which programs you’re eligible for, explain how they work, and then help you apply. Help is available by phone or in person at locations across the county.