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Dr. Kristen Wigby, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wigby, Clinical Geneticist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Kristen Wigby, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wigby is fluent in English, Macedonian, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wigby’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wigby’s office at (858) 966-5840.

    What languages does Dr. Wigby speak?

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

    • English

    • Macedonian

    • Persian

    What conditions does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Wigby typically treat?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Wigby 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. Wigby. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Other Developmental Disabilities
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Atypical psychological development
    • Unspecified developmental disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development

    Also known as:

    • Chromosomal Abnormality
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Genetic Chromosome Disorder
    • Chromosome Problem
    • Aneuploidy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q999: Chromosomal abnormality, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cleft Palate
    • Cleft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
    • Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Cleft Lip & Palate
    • Split Palate
    • Palatoschisis
    • Roof of Mouth Cleft
    • One-sided Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Single Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Unilateral Lip and Palate Cleft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q359: Cleft palate, unspecified
    • Q379: Unspecified cleft palate with unilateral cleft lip

    Also known as:

    • Cafe-au-lait Spots
    • Birthmarks
    • CALMs
    • Coffee-with-Milk Spots
    • Light Brown Birthmarks

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L813: Cafe au lait spots

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings in Organ or Tissue Samples
    • Unusual Organ Test Results
    • Atypical Tissue Findings
    • Abnormal Specimen Analysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R898: Other abnormal findings in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues

    Also known as:

    • Joint Derangement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint Dysfunction
    • Joint Instability

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M249: Joint derangement, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neurofibromatosis Type 1
    • Neurofibromatosis
    • Neurofibromatosis type 1
    • NF1
    • Von Recklinghausen disease
    • Peripheral neurofibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    What procedures does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Wigby typically perform?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristen Wigby may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wigby accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wigby accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Wigby 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Wigby's office located?

    Dr. Kristen Wigby's Primary Practice

    7920 Frost St Ste 200

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 966-5840

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    Rady Childrens Specialists

    3030 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Kristen Wigby's Practice 3

    9434 Medical Center Dr Fl 1

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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

    Dr. Wigby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487920724.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wigby?

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

    What is Dr. Kristen Wigby's specialty?

    Dr. Wigby is a Clinical Geneticist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Clinical Geneticist do?

    A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders.

    Is this Dr. Kristen Wigby affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wigby is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center 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 Clinical Geneticist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Geneticist. 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 Kristen Wigby accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kristen Wigby is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristen Wigby offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wigby's office at (858) 966-5840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristen Wigby?

    Please contact Dr. Wigby's office at (858) 966-5840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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