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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vaks, Psychiatrist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Yakir Vaks, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vaks is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vaks’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vaks’s office at (410) 938-3000.
What languages does Dr. Vaks speak?
Dr. Vaks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Vaks treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Vaks 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. Vaks. 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:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Clinical depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Vaks perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Yakir Vaks may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vaks' office.
Does Dr. Vaks accept my insurance?
Dr. Vaks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 938-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vaks accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Vaks in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Johns Hopkins
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Vaks' office located?
What is Dr. Vaks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vaks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104086776.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vaks
What is Dr. Yakir Vaks's specialty?
Dr. Vaks is a Psychiatrist near Baltimore, MD.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Vaks to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Yakir Vaks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vaks is affiliated with MedStar Harbor Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
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Is Yakir Vaks accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Yakir Vaks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yakir Vaks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vaks's office at (410) 938-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yakir Vaks?
Please contact Dr. Vaks's office at (410) 938-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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