Referring Physicians
SmallTalk is the right place to refer your patients.
The perfect blend of clinical expertise, a caring culture and convenient locations.
SmallTalk has been trusted by families and physicians across San Diego County for over 20 years. We make the referral process easy and ensure your patients receive high-quality, personalized pediatric therapy services at all three of our San Diego locations.

Our in-network insurance plans
We make payment as easy as possible for your patients. We bill medical insurance for the plans we accept, and offer convenient options for cash plans as well. We are in-network with the following insurance companies:
- Anthem Blue Cross PPO
- Blue Shield of California PPO
- Blue Shield Federal PPO
- Kaiser Permanente HMO
- San Diego Regional Center
- Self Pay
- Sharp Community Medical Group PPO
- Sharp Health Plan CPMG HMO
- TriCare Prime and Select
- Tribal Health Blue Cross
- United HealthCare PPO
We are not in network with any Medi-Cal policies unless the patient has an HMO with Kaiser or CPMG.

How to Refer
To refer a child to SmallTalk, please fax the referral to: (858) 997-2088 and include the following information:
- Business Name: SmallTalk Speech & Occupational Therapy
- Servicing/Requesting Provider: GROUP
- NPI: 1619298791
- TIN: 45-4843411
- Billing Office Address: 12030 Scripps Summit Drive, Suite A, San Diego, CA 92131
Note for PPO patients:
Because requirements can vary, we ask that all PPO patients have a referral on file before beginning services. This helps us verify coverage and avoid delays in care.
Have questions? Give us a call at 619-647-6157.

Our Locations
SmallTalk serves families at three locations in San Diego County.
Mission Valley
Scripps Ranch
La Mesa
Why Refer to
SmallTalk
- Experienced team specializing in pediatric speech and occupational therapy
- A warm, family-centered environment that supports children and caregivers
- Convenient access with three locations throughout San Diego County
- Clear and consistent communication with referring providers
- In-network with most major insurance plans to reduce financial barriers