--- title: "Dr. Blanca E. Ochoa | Dermatologist in Soquel, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Blanca E. Ochoa, M.D. practices Dermatology in Soquel, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-blanca-e-ochoacastro-1046233229" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Blanca E. Ochoa, M.D. ![Blanca E. Ochoa, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/A8ve_M418fdbjPwSHijGbjUYB7g8dgOJVYKt5y6H1zo/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(500 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Blanca E. Ochoa, M.D. ## Dermatology - Accepting new patients [2950 Research Park DriveSoquel, CA 95073](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=2950+Research+Park+Drive+Soquel%2C+CA+95073+US) ## Schedule appointment [831-458-5548](tel:+18314585548) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-blanca-e-ochoacastro-1046233229#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-blanca-e-ochoacastro-1046233229#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-blanca-e-ochoacastro-1046233229#provider-locations) ## About Dr. Ochoa Castro Languages English and Spanish 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’m proud to be part of a team that places strong emphasis on the physician-patient relationship. As a dermatologist, I understand the physical and emotional impact skin disorders have on a patient’s wellbeing and health. By addressing your skin care needs and concerns, I hope to heal both. Welcome! ### Professional highlights American Academy of Dermatology. American College of Mohs Surgery. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, personal interests include spending time with family and friends, cooking, painting, nature photography and traveling. ## Education and training **Medical school:** University of California, San Francisco **Internship:** Yale-New Haven Medical Center, Internal Medicine **Residency:** Baylor College of Medicine, Dermatology; University of Washington, Internal Medicine **Fellowship:** University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology ## Board certifications - Dermatology - MOHS Micrographic Surgery ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **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 (21 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Advantage PPO (Tier 1) - 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 Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Soquel Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/soquel-center-1043246835) 2950 Research Park Drive Soquel, CA 95073 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=2950+Research+Park+Drive+Soquel%2C+CA+95073+US) [831-458-5548](tel:+18314585548) 831-458-5885 Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Mohs Surgery ## Similar providers nearby - ![Annie Q. 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Grzeszkiewicz](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/uBwozhNOYOB7HyIRYGeoGHcvSRqPxGwmo_iofSRSpN8/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) ### [Tatiana M. Grzeszkiewicz, M.D., Ph.D.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-tatiana-m-grzeszkiewicz-1046242964) (1541) Soquel Center 2950 Research Park Drive Soquel, CA 95073 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=2950+Research+Park+Drive+Soquel%2C+CA+95073+US) \+ 1 location [831-458-5548](tel:+18314585548) #### Dermatology - Accepting new patients ### Disclaimer _This provider directory is provided as a convenience to you. It is not intended as a recommendation, referral or endorsement of any particular provider. Physicians are not employees or agents of Sutter Health or its subsidiaries. The information is submitted by each doctor and we make no guarantee or warranty as to the accuracy of the information. 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