UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
San Francisco, CA
- Details from the organization's own pages
- Last checked
Oct 18, 2026
Quick facts
From the organization's own pages. Anything it doesn't publish is marked “Not yet confirmed.”
- Address675 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94107Directions
- PhoneNot published
- Ages servedbirth and older
- InsuranceIn network with some plans. Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, Health Net, Medicare, United Healthcare, Kaiser (with a Kaiser doctor's referral)
- Medi-CalDoes not accept Medi-Cal
- New evaluation inquiriesNot accepting new evaluations
- Last checkedOct 18, 2026, from its website
About UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders is a child evaluation provider in San Francisco. It is in network with some insurance plans, including Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, and Health Net. It does not accept Medi-Cal. A referral is required. Its website says it isn't taking new evaluation requests right now.
From its websiteSite states the diagnostic evaluation waitlist is currently closed; Medi-Cal is not accepted as primary insurance.
Checked against UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders's website on Oct 18, 2026. Each fact below links to its source page.
What this organization offers
Details below are from the organization's website, checked on Oct 18, 2026.
| Evaluations offered | diagnostic assessments, comprehensive evaluations | From the organization's website, Oct 18, 2026 ↗ |
|---|---|---|
| Comprehensive testing | comprehensive evaluations | From the organization's website, Oct 18, 2026 ↗ |
| Ages served | birth and older | From the organization's website, Oct 16, 2026 ↗ |
| Insurance | In network with some plans. Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, Health Net, Medicare, United Healthcare, Kaiser (with a Kaiser doctor's referral) | From the organization's website, Oct 16, 2026 ↗ |
| Medi-Cal | Does not accept Medi-Cal | From the organization's website, Oct 16, 2026 ↗ |
| Private pay | Not yet confirmed | |
| Referral | Referral required | From the organization's website, Oct 16, 2026 ↗ |
| New evaluation inquiries | Not accepting new evaluations | From the organization's website, Oct 16, 2026 ↗ |
| Languages | Not yet confirmed | |
| Telehealth | Not yet confirmed |
"Not yet confirmed" means the organization has not published it. Ask about private pay, languages, telehealth when you call.
Can I get a free evaluation in San Francisco County?
Private evaluations can cost thousands of dollars. Two public programs evaluate children at no cost, and you can use them while you wait for a private appointment.
- Under 3: Early Start
Golden Gate Regional Center evaluates babies and toddlers for free. Call 1-888-339-3305 or read how Early Start works here.
- 3 and older: your school district
Ask in writing and the district must send an assessment plan within 15 days. Write the request letter or read the timelines.
- Have Medi-Cal?
A school assessment decides school services, not a medical diagnosis. What each one gets you.
Questions parents ask about UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Does UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders accept Medi-Cal?
No. UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders's website says it does not accept Medi-Cal. Children with Medi-Cal can get evaluations through their Medi-Cal plan, the regional center, or the school district.
Does UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders take insurance?
UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders is in network with some insurance plans, including Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, and Health Net.
Do I need a referral for UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders?
A referral is required.
What ages does UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders evaluate?
UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders evaluates children from birth.
Is UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders accepting new patients, and how long is the wait?
Its website says it isn't taking new evaluation requests right now. This was checked on Oct 18, 2026; wait times change, so confirm when you call.
Where is UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders located?
UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders is at 675 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94107.
How do I contact UCSF Center for Autism Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders?
To ask about an evaluation, use the contact page on its website.
Can I get a free evaluation instead in San Francisco County?
Often, yes. For a child under 3, Golden Gate Regional Center evaluates for free through Early Start; call 1-888-339-3305. From age 3, your public school district assesses for special education at no cost when you ask in writing, and it has 15 days (not counting school breaks longer than five school days) to send an assessment plan. A school assessment decides school services, not a medical diagnosis.
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