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Dr. Gwendolyn Wright, MD

San Diego, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wright, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Gwendolyn Wright, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Wright is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (619) 278-3300.

    Where did Dr. Wright go to medical school and complete their residency?

      Is Dr. Wright board certified as a Pediatrician?

      Yes, Dr. Gwendolyn Wright, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

      What languages does Dr. Wright speak?

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

      • English

      • Spanish

      What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Wright typically treat?

      As a Pediatrician, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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 here.

      Also known as:

      • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
      • Health Checkup
      • Normal Well-Child Checkup
      • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
      • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

      Also known as:

      • Immunization Visit
      • Vaccines
      • Vaccination appointment
      • Shot visit
      • Immunization encounter

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z23: Encounter for immunization

      Also known as:

      • Other Feeding Difficulties
      • Atypical Feeding Problems
      • Unusual Eating Issues
      • Specific Feeding Challenges

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R6339: Other feeding difficulties

      Also known as:

      • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
      • Baby Health Checkup
      • Infant and Newborn Care
      • Early infant health exam
      • First week baby checkup
      • Post-delivery newborn exam

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

      Also known as:

      • Common Cold
      • Upper Respiratory Infection
      • Head Cold
      • Cold Symptoms

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

      Also known as:

      • Fever
      • High temperature
      • Pyrexia
      • Elevated body temperature

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R509: Fever, unspecified

      What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Wright typically perform?

      As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Gwendolyn Wright may include:

      Please contact Dr. Wright's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

      Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?

      Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 278-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in San Diego, CA?

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

      Top Insurances

      • All Other Third Party

      • Blue Shield of California

      • Centene Corporation

      • Kaiser Permanente

      • OptumRx Administered Payer

      • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

      • Scripps Health

      • UnitedHealth Group

      • Unknown

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      Where is Dr. Wright's office located?

      Dr. Gwendolyn Wright's Primary Practice

      501 Washington St Ste 600

      San Diego, CA 92103

      (619) 278-3300

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

      Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144391905.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?

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

      What is Dr. Gwendolyn Wright's specialty?

      Dr. Wright is a Pediatrician near San Diego, CA.

      What does a Pediatrician do?

      A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

      Is this Dr. Gwendolyn Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Gwendolyn Wright accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

      Yes, Dr. Gwendolyn Wright is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Gwendolyn Wright offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (619) 278-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Gwendolyn Wright?

      Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (619) 278-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Gwendolyn Wright have?

      Dr. Gwendolyn Wright is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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