--- title: "Dr. Anna Ivester | Family Doctor in Sacramento, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Anna Ivester, M.D. practices Family Medicine in Sacramento, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-anna-ivester-1046232921" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Anna Ivester, M.D. ![Anna Ivester, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/6ppVG8u0Ug3OPiBhWMVnohiUSwu6-aWagk3x0LrkN68/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) # Anna Ivester, M.D. ## Family Medicine - Accepting new patients [1 Scripps Drive, Suite 202Sacramento, CA 95825](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=1+Scripps+Drive%2C+Suite+202+Sacramento%2C+CA+95825+US) ## Schedule appointment [916-927-1114](tel:+19169271114) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-anna-ivester-1046232921#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-anna-ivester-1046232921#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-anna-ivester-1046232921#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-anna-ivester-1046232921#provider-services) ## About Dr. Ivester Languages English Gender Female Ages treated All ages Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging Offers [video visits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-care/video-visits) for existing patients ### Approach to care I feel that it is important to work together with my patients to help them understand their health concerns and the best methods to address them. I believe that good health is as much about prevention as it is about treating illness, and I enjoy helping people to make the changes that will help them live longer healthier lives. ## Education and training **Medical school:** Medical University of South Carolina **Internship:** Carilion Clinic-Virginia Tech Carilion Family Medicine **Residency:** Carilion Clinic-Virginia Tech Carilion Family Medicine ## Board certifications - Family Medicine ## Affiliations ### Other - Sutter Independent Physicians ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (4 plans)** ### Aetna - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (5 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) **Blue Shield of California (1 plan)** ### Blue Shield of California - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations 1 Scripps Drive, Suite 202 Sacramento, CA 95825 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=1+Scripps+Drive%2C+Suite+202+Sacramento%2C+CA+95825+US) [916-927-1114](tel:+19169271114) 916-927-8721 ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Annual physical exam ### Reasons for visit - Annual checkup ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Family medicine](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/family-medicine) ### Disclaimer _This provider directory is provided as a convenience to you. 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