Birth Control, STD Testing & Abortion - El Cerrito, CA
Women's Health • El Cerrito, CA • Since 1929
About
Planned Parenthood Northern California (PPNorCal) provides birth control, STD testing and treatment, abortion care, and related reproductive health services across 17 centers in Northern California, including El Cerrito, CA. Key points: - Services: comprehensive reproductive health care (birth control, pregnancy testing and counseling, abortion care, STI testing and treatment, HIV prevention like PrEP/nPEP, breast exams, cancer screenings, prenatal care, vasectomy, infertility services, gender-affirming care). - Access: same-day appointments; affordable care regardless of income or immigration status. - Locations: 19 offices nationwide for the region, with service centers in Northern California; specific El Cerrito location listed among northern CA centers. - About: nonprofit, equal opportunity employer; 137,000+ adults/youth served annually across 20 counties; founded 1929; headquartered in Concord, CA. If you want, I can pull the nearest El Cerrito-specific address and hours.
Clinic Type
Women's Health
Address
El Cerrito Health Center, El Cerrito, CA 94530
Phone
(510) 527-5806
media.office@ppfa.org
Opening Hours
8:30 am - 5 pm (typical) with extended hours Tue 8:30 am - 8 pm and Wed 11:30 am - 8 pm; closed Sundays; open two Saturdays a month (2nd and 4th)
Telehealth
Telehealth: Remote care through phone/video
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
Most health insurance plans cover prescription birth control, annual wellness exams, and STI/HIV screenings with no copay
Walk-in, Appointments, Telehealth, Same-day appointments, Major Credit/Debit Cards, In-person: Appointments directly at the clinic, Telehealth: Remote care through phone/video
Languages Spoken
Pricing
FAQs
What services are offered at this health center?
Birth control prescriptions can be filled at the health center; birth control refills are available during normal hours of operation.
Is walk-in care available?
Yes, walk-ins are welcome when the Health Center is open to make an appointment or check for same-day availability; wait times may vary and first priority may be given to those with the earliest available appointment.
Are interpreters available?
Interpreters available with advance notice.
Is the center open on Saturdays?
The health center is open two Saturdays a month (2nd and 4th); please check the online appointment schedule.
What holidays is the center closed for?
Closed on major holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Do most insurance plans cover services?
Most health insurance plans cover prescription birth control, annual wellness exams, and STI/HIV screenings with no copay; contact your insurer to confirm coverage.
What payment methods are accepted at the center?
Major Credit/Debit Cards; in-person payment at the clinic; telehealth payments available.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- HelpConnectUsa: 3.9/5 (34)
- Ovu.com: 3.3/5
Patients praise
- Supportive, kind, and professional staff reported by many patients
- Non-judgmental environment and inclusive care
- High-quality clinical care and feeling safe/comfortable during procedures
- Accessible and essential reproductive health services
Common complaints
- Long wait times, including for those with appointments
- Reports of perceived poor bedside manner or dismissiveness from some providers
- Occasional complaints regarding administrative or scheduling errors
- Historical mention of involvement in malpractice litigation cases
"Had an absolutely amazing experience!!! I 100% recommend making an appointment and coming in. Staff were all so nice and comforting."
— Yelp reviewer"The staff are so dedicated and really want to support all patients. The clinic is new and bright and clean. It feels very good here and the care is high quality."
— LocalityBiz reviewer"LONG wait time. Terrible experience!!!!!"
— Ovu.com reviewerSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Reproductive Health Services Remain Legal, Safe, Available In Contra Costa County – News24-680.com — Jun 15, 2026
- Debbie E. Barish, N.P. | Obstetrics and Gynecology in Berkeley, CA | Sutter Health — Jun 25, 2026
- Your Privacy During an Abortion Consultation: What You Need to Know - Bella Women's Center — Nov 20, 2025
- Diana Rumbo, CNM | Obstetrics and Gynecology in Berkeley, CA | Sutter Health — May 1, 2026
- Kimberly Cardoso, NP - Certified Nurse Midwife in Berkeley, CA — May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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