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Who is Dr. Avelar, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Heather Avelar, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Avelar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avelar’s office at (281) 885-8469.
What languages does Dr. Avelar speak?
Dr. Avelar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Avelar treat?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Avelar 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. Avelar. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Major Depression in Full Remission
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Chronic depression in full remission
- Full recovery from recurring depression
- Depression well-managed
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F3342: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Personality Disorder
- BPD
- Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F603: Borderline personality disorder
Also known as:
- Panic Disorder
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Phobias
- Panic Attacks
- Episodic Anxiety
- Paroxysmal Anxiety
- Social Phobia
- Social Fear
- Fear of Social Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F410: Panic disorder [episodic paroxysmal anxiety]
- F4010: Social phobia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood
- Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depression
- Mental Disorder
- Situational Depression
- Stress-Related Depression
- Depression from Life Changes
- Stress-Related Anxiety and Depression
- Mixed Mood Adjustment Disorder
- Emotional Distress from Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4321: Adjustment disorder with depressed mood
- F4323: Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble Sleeping
- Psychophysiologic Insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5104: Psychophysiologic insomnia
Also known as:
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- OCD
- Compulsive Behavior
- Obsessive Thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- F422: Mixed obsessional thoughts and acts
Which procedures does Dr. Avelar perform as a Geriatric Psychiatrist?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Avelar 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. Avelar's office.
Does Dr. Avelar accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Avelar's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Avelar's office located?
Dr. Heather Avelar also offers virtual visits
Dr. Heather Avelar's Primary Practice
7505 Main St Ste 300
Houston, TX 77030
(281) 885-8469
What is Dr. Avelar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avelar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720253115.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avelar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avelar
What is Dr. Heather Avelar's specialty?
Dr. Avelar is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Houston, TX. Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients. Contact Dr. Avelar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Avelar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Avelar 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 Geriatric Psychiatrist?
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Is Heather Avelar accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Heather Avelar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Avelar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avelar's office at (281) 885-8469 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Avelar?
Please contact Dr. Avelar's office at (281) 885-8469 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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