Jerome Hester, MD – California Sleep Institute

Please note this physician uses predatory practices. Dr. Hester and his staff suggest the charges of your bill will be covered by the insurance and then says otherwise. I strongly advise looking at other physicians.
When asking for clarification, he dismisses it and was derogatory. Very poor integrity.

I suffered from sinus problems and Sinus headaches for many years. Dr Hester performed a procedure in his office using the Vent-​Os sinus dilation device. I didn’t feel any pain; I was able to drive home after the procedure and went back to work the next day. So far the procedure has worked well because I have not had any more sinus headaches, pain, or swelling. I highy recommend!
Thanks!!!

Be warned 15 minutes of the doctor’s time can cost you close to $ 300!
We were in the examination room for no more than 15 minutes. The doctor spoke of performing thousands of tonsillectomies and that my daughter’s would be a standard procedure.
I was under the impression that since we got a referral to see this doctor the visit would be covered by our insurance. The office staff did not explain upfront the amount that I would be charged for the visit.
When I called to question the amount of the bill I the response was always only, «It’s your responsibility». It was never stated upfront that the fee would $ 295 for an initial consultation. They threatened to turn me over to a collection agency.
Be warned: do not expect honesty or any form of customer service. Call your insurance before stepping into their office.
Or expect to be hounded by a doctor and staff who appear to only be interested in making money.