ADHD medication management in San Diego and across California, in person and by video
I'm Erik Lee, PMHNP-BC, ADHD-CCSP, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner licensed in California and Oregon. I provide ADHD evaluation and medication management to adults 21 and older in person in San Diego and San Francisco and by video anywhere in California. I'm in network with UnitedHealthcare and ComPsych. New patients are usually seen within two weeks. Every visit is with me, not a rotating provider, and I'm rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google, with 100+ reviews in total.
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Who this is for
The best fit is an adult who already has an ADHD diagnosis, is on medication or has been in the past, and wants a prescriber who is thorough, reachable, and not in a hurry. Many of my patients also have a therapist, and I work with that therapist rather than around them. I also see adults who suspect ADHD and want a proper evaluation, and adults whose ADHD sits alongside depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, or bipolar disorder.
I don't treat children or teens, and my California minimum age is 21.
Built around a workday
Join your video visits from home or a private room at work, with no commute. You book online without a phone call, message me through the patient portal between visits, and see the same prescriber every time. Visits run Monday to Thursday, 8 am to 6 pm Pacific.
Insurance for California patients
I am in network with UnitedHealthcare PPO and ComPsych. Not seeing your plan? We can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement. Medi-Cal and Medicare are not accepted. You can also verify your insurance eligibility before booking.
Anywhere in California by video
Video visits mean you can be seen from anywhere in California, from Los Angeles and the Bay Area to Sacramento and San Diego. You need to be in California at the time of each visit. The San Diego office is in Scripps Ranch, near Mira Mesa, Sorrento Valley and UTC; there is also an office in San Francisco.
Just moved to San Diego?
If you arrived with an ADHD prescription from another state, you have a practical problem: stimulant prescriptions can't be transferred between states, so you need a new prescriber before your current supply runs out. Bring your most recent prescription bottle or pharmacy printout and, if you have them, records from your previous prescriber. In most cases I can continue an established, working regimen at the first visit after a full intake. More in moving to San Diego with an ADHD prescription.
What visits cost
With in-network insurance you pay your copay, coinsurance, or deductible. If you have a high-deductible plan, expect to pay the full contracted rate until your deductible is met, roughly $500 to $650 for an intake and $325 to $400 for a follow-up depending on the plan. Self-pay rates are $550 for an initial evaluation and $325 for a follow-up. A credit card on file is required for out-of-pocket charges.
How visits work
The intake takes about an hour, in person or by video, covering your history, current symptoms, prior treatment, medical factors, and goals. If the diagnosis is clear and treatment is safe, we discuss medication at that first visit. Follow-ups are in person or by video, more often while adjusting a regimen and every two to three months once it's stable; how long each one runs depends on what we need to cover. I prescribe both stimulant and non-stimulant medications when clinically appropriate, order labs and genetic testing when useful, and coordinate with your therapist and primary care provider with your consent. In-person visits are at 10620 Treena St, Suite 230, San Diego, and 1390 Market St, Suite 200, San Francisco.
About me
I trained at the University of California, San Francisco, and have practiced since 2015. I hold the ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider credential and see adults with ADHD, depression, anxiety, and related conditions across California and Oregon. My practice, Celium Healthcare, has offices in San Diego, San Francisco, and Portland, with telehealth across California and Oregon.
Erik Lee is a nurse practitioner, not a physician, and is regulated by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
Common questions from San Diego patients
Is a psychiatric nurse practitioner the same as a psychiatrist for ADHD?
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I provide the same core ADHD services: diagnosis, prescribing, and medication management.
Which insurance do you take in California?
UnitedHealthcare PPO and ComPsych. Not seeing your plan? We can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement.
Can you prescribe stimulants by video?
Yes. Federal and California rules currently allow controlled-substance prescribing by telehealth through December 31, 2026, after a proper evaluation. I check the California CURES database before prescribing, as required.
How soon can I be seen?
Usually within one to two weeks. Book directly from the self-schedule page; no phone call needed.
Do I need a therapist to see you?
No, but if you have one I will coordinate with them. I focus on medication management and can refer you to therapists in San Diego if you want one.