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Dr. Laura Worthen, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Worthen, Psychiatrist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Laura Worthen, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Worthen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Worthen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Worthen’s office at (925) 282-1778.

    What languages does Dr. Worthen speak?

    Dr. Worthen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Worthen typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Worthen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Worthen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Does Dr. Worthen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Worthen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 282-1778 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Worthen accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Worthen in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Worthen's office located?

    Dr. Laura Worthen also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Laura Worthen's Primary Practice

    490 Post St Ste 1043

    San Francisco, CA 94102

    (925) 282-1778

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Laura Worthen?

    Dr. Worthen has appointments available at her San Francisco, CA office. Please select a date and time below.

    What is Dr. Worthen's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Worthen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902433287.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Worthen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Worthen

    What is Dr. Laura Worthen's specialty?

    What does a Psychiatrist do?

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Is Dr. Laura Worthen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Worthen is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Laura Worthen accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Worthen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Worthen offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Worthen, or call (925) 282-1778 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Worthen?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Worthen, or call (925) 282-1778 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Worthen's office located?

    Dr. Worthen's office is located in San Francisco, CA.