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Who is Dr. Deshields, Psychiatrist in Farmington, CT?
Dr. Alex Deshields, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Farmington, CT with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Deshields is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deshields’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deshields’s office at (860) 420-8316.
What languages does Dr. Deshields speak?
Dr. Deshields and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Deshields treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Deshields 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. Deshields. 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:
- Dementia with Agitation
- Moderate Dementia with Agitation
- Dementia with Psychotic Symptoms
- Moderate Dementia with Psychotic Symptoms
- Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Severe Dementia with Agitation
- Dementia with Mood Changes
- Dementia
- Psychotic Disorder
- Mood Disorder
- Agitated dementia
- Restlessness in dementia
- Behavioral problems with dementia
- Agitation in moderate dementia
- Mid-stage dementia with restlessness
- Moderate cognitive impairment with agitation
- Cognitive decline with psychosis
- Memory loss with hallucinations
- Neurocognitive disorder with psychotic features
- Moderate cognitive decline with psychosis
- Mid-stage dementia with hallucinations
- Moderate memory loss with delusions
- Dementia with behavioral problems
- Cognitive decline with behavior issues
- Memory loss with personality changes
- Agitation in severe dementia
- Late-stage dementia with restlessness
- Severe cognitive impairment with agitation
- Dementia with emotional problems
- Mood swings in dementia
- Cognitive decline with mood disorder
- Memory loss with behavioral problems
- Neurocognitive disorder with behavioral disturbance
ICD-10 Codes:
- F03911: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with agitation
- F03B11: Unspecified dementia, moderate, with agitation
- F0392: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with psychotic disturbance
- F03B2: Unspecified dementia, moderate, with psychotic disturbance
- F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
- F03C11: Unspecified dementia, severe, with agitation
- F0393: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with mood disturbance
- F0391: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with behavioral disturbance
Also known as:
- Other Depressive Episodes
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Atypical depression
- Unspecified depressive disorder
- Other forms of depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3289: Other specified depressive episodes
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar 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:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Deshields perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alex Deshields 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. Deshields' office.
Does Dr. Deshields accept my insurance?
Dr. Deshields accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 420-8316 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Deshields accept in Farmington, CT?
Dr. Deshields in Farmington, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Deshields' office located?
Dr. Alex Deshields' Primary Practice
270 Farmington Ave
Farmington, CT 06032
(860) 420-8316
What is Dr. Deshields's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deshields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497916472.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deshields?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deshields
What is Dr. Alex Deshields's specialty?
Dr. Deshields is a Psychiatrist near Farmington, CT.
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. Deshields to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alex Deshields affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deshields is affiliated with Griffin Hospital, Midstate Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Alex Deshields accepting new patients in Farmington, CT?
Yes, Dr. Alex Deshields is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Deshields offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deshields's office at (860) 420-8316 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Deshields?
Please contact Dr. Deshields's office at (860) 420-8316 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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