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Who is Dr. Venkatachalam, Psychiatrist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Venkatachalam is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Venkatachalam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Venkatachalam’s office at (925) 223-6157.
Is Dr. Venkatachalam board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Venkatachalam speak?
Dr. Venkatachalam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Venkatachalam treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Venkatachalam 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. Venkatachalam. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Other Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Atypical bipolar disorder
- Unspecified bipolar disorder
- Bipolar spectrum disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3189: Other bipolar disorder
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Which procedures does Dr. Venkatachalam perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam 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. Venkatachalam's office.
Does Dr. Venkatachalam accept my insurance?
Dr. Venkatachalam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 223-6157 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Venkatachalam accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Venkatachalam in Walnut Creek, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Venkatachalam's office located?
Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam also offers virtual visits
Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam's Primary Practice
3100 Oak Rd Ste 270
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 223-6157
Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam's Practice 2
5924 Stoneridge Dr Ste 210
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam?
Dr. Venkatachalam has appointments available at her Walnut Creek, CA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Venkatachalam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Venkatachalam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083878078.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Venkatachalam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Venkatachalam
What is Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam's specialty?
Dr. Venkatachalam is a Psychiatrist near Walnut Creek, CA.
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. Venkatachalam to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Venkatachalam 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 Psychiatrist?
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Is Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Venkatachalam, or call (925) 223-6157 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam?
Yes, Dr. Venkatachalam offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Venkatachalam, or call (925) 223-6157 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam have?
Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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