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Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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 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 a Psychiatrist like Dr. Venkatachalam typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Venkatachalam typically perform?
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
Please contact Dr. Venkatachalam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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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
What hospitals are Dr. Venkatachalam affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Venkatachalam has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Venkatachalam's NPI number?A 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.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
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.
Is Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Venkatachalam is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. 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?
Please contact Dr. Venkatachalam's office at (925) 223-6157 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sukanya Pillai Venkatachalam?
Please contact Dr. Venkatachalam's office at (925) 223-6157 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Venkatachalam's office located?
Dr. Venkatachalam's offices are located in Walnut Creek, CA and Pleasanton, CA.
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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