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Who is Dr. Scher, Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Lorin Scher, MD is a Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Scher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scher’s office at (916) 734-0849.
Is Dr. Scher board certified in Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lorin Scher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Scher speak?
Dr. Scher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Scher treat?
As a Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist, Dr. Scher 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. Scher. 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:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
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:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
Does Dr. Scher accept my insurance?
Dr. Scher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-0849 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scher accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Scher in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
Other TPA
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Where is Dr. Scher's office located?
Dr. Lorin Scher's Primary Practice
2315 Stockton Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95817
(916) 734-0849
What is Dr. Scher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114184363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scher
What is Dr. Lorin Scher's specialty?
Dr. Scher is a Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, CA. Psychosomatic Medicine is a subspecialty that focusses on the diagnosing and treating psychiatric disorders and symptoms in patients suffering from complex medical conditions. This field encompasses the care of individuals with acute or chronic illnesses such as HIV, organ transplantation, heart disease, renal failure, cancer, stroke, traumatic brain injury, high-risk pregnancy, and COPD where psychiatric issues impact their medical treatment and quality of life. It also includes patients whose psychiatric disorders arise directly from primary medical conditions or those experiencing somatoform disorders and psychological factors affecting their general health. Psychiatrists specializing in Psychosomatic Medicine provide consultation-liaison services in general medical hospitals, work on medical psychiatry inpatient units, and collaborate in primary care and other outpatient settings to deliver comprehensive care. Contact Dr. Scher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lorin Scher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Scher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uc Davis Medical Center. 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 Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist?
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Is Lorin Scher accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lorin Scher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lorin Scher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scher's office at (916) 734-0849 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lorin Scher?
Please contact Dr. Scher's office at (916) 734-0849 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lorin Scher have?
Dr. Lorin Scher is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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