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Dr. Sheila Lahijani, MD

Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist, Psychiatrist, Internist

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lahijani, Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Sheila Lahijani, MD is a Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lahijani is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lahijani’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lahijani’s office at (650) 723-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Lahijani speak?

    Dr. Lahijani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Persian

    What conditions does a Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lahijani typically treat?

    As a Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lahijani 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. Lahijani. 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:

    • Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depression
    • Mental Disorder
    • Stress-Related Anxiety and Depression
    • Mixed Mood Adjustment Disorder
    • Emotional Distress from Stress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4323: Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Disorientation
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Mental Confusion
    • Loss of Bearings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R410: Disorientation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    What procedures does a Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lahijani typically perform?

    As a Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lahijani performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lahijani. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Lahijani accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lahijani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lahijani accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Lahijani in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lahijani's office located?

    Dr. Sheila Lahijani's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 723-4000

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    Dr. Sheila Lahijani's Practice 2

    401 Quarry Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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    What is Dr. Lahijani's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lahijani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528224235.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lahijani?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lahijani

    What is Dr. Sheila Lahijani's specialty?

    Dr. Lahijani is a Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist near Stanford, CA.

    What does a Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Sheila Lahijani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lahijani is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Eden 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

    When to see a Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Sheila Lahijani accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sheila Lahijani is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sheila Lahijani offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lahijani's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sheila Lahijani?

    Please contact Dr. Lahijani's office at (650) 723-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lahijani's office located?

    Dr. Lahijani's offices are located in Stanford, CA and Palo Alto, CA.