ADHD in San Diego: Quick Facts

• Roughly 6.5% of children in California have ADHD.
• Nearly 50,000 children in San Diego County live with ADHD.
• Boys are diagnosed about twice as often as girls.

California ADHD Diagnosis & Treatment Laws

California law requires public schools to accommodate students with ADHD through IEP or 504 plans. Evaluations and accommodations are provided without needing a confirmed medical diagnosis first.

ADHD medications remain tightly regulated statewide; prescriptions are generally renewed monthly with routine check‑ups handled by pediatricians or psychiatrists.

Cost & Insurance Coverage

• Comprehensive evaluation: $300–$2,500 depending on complexity.
• Medication: Typically $10–$50 per month with insurance, $100+ without.
• Therapy: $150–$250 per session, often covered by insurance.

Most San Diego specialists accept PPO plans (Anthem, Blue Shield, Kaiser, etc.), Medi‑Cal, and a range of private insurers.