--- title: "Dr. Michelle M. Primeau | Sleep Medicine Doctor in San Carlos, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Michelle M. Primeau, M.D. practices Sleep Medicine in San Carlos, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-michelle-m-primeau-1046240308" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Michelle M. Primeau, M.D. ![Michelle M. Primeau, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/jPAcsa0XNmj6SGWkQEPHWvnoRJ7QusS8LtwxqTRss5k/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(537 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Michelle M. Primeau, M.D. ## Sleep Medicine - Accepting new patients [301 Industrial RoadLevel 3San Carlos, CA 94070](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=301+Industrial+Road+San+Carlos%2C+CA+94070+US) ## Schedule appointment [650-632-0820](tel:+16506320820) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-michelle-m-primeau-1046240308#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-michelle-m-primeau-1046240308#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-michelle-m-primeau-1046240308#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-michelle-m-primeau-1046240308#provider-services) ## About Dr. Primeau Languages English Gender Female Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging ### Approach to care I believe that sleep is the cornerstone to wellness—not only can sleep disruptions have an impact on your physical health, but it can certainly impact your emotional and interpersonal health as well! My clinical approach incorporates a holistic assessment of the individual, with a collaborative treatment style tailored to the goals of the individual. I believe that sleeping better starts with a better understanding of your sleep and am glad to offer the proven treatments that can help you improve your sleep. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Dr. Primeau is an exercise enthusiast, she enjoys running, hiking and yoga. Dr. Primeau also loves to read, cook and explore all that the Bay Area has to offer. ## Education and training **Medical school:** Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine **Internship:** Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic **Residency:** Jackson Memorial Hospital, Psychiatry **Fellowship:** Stanford University, Sleep Medicine ## Board certifications - Sleep Medicine - American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology- Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (21 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Advantage PPO (Tier 1) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [San Carlos Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/san-carlos-center-1043246914) 301 Industrial Road Level 3 San Carlos, CA 94070 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=301+Industrial+Road+San+Carlos%2C+CA+94070+US) [650-632-0820](tel:+16506320820) 650-508-8525 Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Sleep Pharmacology ### Conditions - Body Clock Sleep Problems - Parasomnia - Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Behavior Disorder - Restless Legs Syndrome - [Sleep apnea](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/snoring-and-sleep-apnea) - [Sleep Disordered Breathing](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/snoring-and-sleep-apnea) - [Sleep disorders](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/sleep-medicine) - Trouble sleeping ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Sleep medicine](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/sleep-medicine) ## Similar providers nearby - 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