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Dr. Michelle Wu, MD

Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Psychiatrist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Wu, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Michelle Wu, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Wu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (323) 226-5555.

    What languages does Dr. Wu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Wu typically treat?

    As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Wu 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. Wu. 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:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • PTSD
    • Trauma Stress
    • Combat Stress
    • Shell Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

    What procedures does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Wu typically perform?

    As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Michelle Wu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 226-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Michelle Wu's Primary Practice

    3020 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (323) 226-5555

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wu affiliated with?

    Dr. Wu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego,San Diego, CA
    Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego,San Diego, CA

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

    Dr. Wu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043650088.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wu?

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

    What is Dr. Michelle Wu's specialty?

    Dr. Wu is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist do?

    Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the unique developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents. Practitioners in this field undergo advanced training to diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders specific to these formative years.

    Is Dr. Michelle Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Wu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Child & Adolescent 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. Michelle Wu accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michelle Wu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michelle Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (323) 226-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michelle Wu?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (323) 226-5555 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's office is located in San Diego, CA.