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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Simms, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Cassandra Simms, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Simms is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simms’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simms’s office at (423) 708-8670.
What languages does Dr. Simms speak?
Dr. Simms and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Simms treat?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Simms diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Simms. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Major Depression in Full Remission
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic depression in full remission
- Full recovery from recurring depression
- Depression well-managed
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F3342: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
- Mood Disorder
- DMDD
- Severe Irritability Disorder
- Childhood Mood Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3481: Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
Also known as:
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- OCD
- Compulsive Behavior
- Obsessive Thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- F422: Mixed obsessional thoughts and acts
Which procedures does Dr. Simms perform as a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Cassandra Simms may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Simms' office.
Does Dr. Simms accept my insurance?
Dr. Simms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 708-8670 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simms accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Simms in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Access to Care
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Simms' office located?
Dr. Cassandra Simms' Primary Practice
7161 Lee Hwy Ste 400
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 708-8670
Dr. Cassandra Simms' Practice 2
2700 Westside Dr NW Ste 204
Cleveland, TN 37312
(423) 476-3711
What is Dr. Simms's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437117926.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simms?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simms
What is Dr. Cassandra Simms's specialty?
Dr. Simms is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near Chattanooga, TN. Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the unique developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents. Practitioners in this field undergo advanced training to diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders specific to these formative years. Contact Dr. Simms to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cassandra Simms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Simms is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?
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Is Cassandra Simms accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Cassandra Simms is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cassandra Simms offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (423) 708-8670 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cassandra Simms?
Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (423) 708-8670 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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