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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santamaria, Psychiatrist in Paramus, NJ?
Dr. Alessandra Santamaria, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Paramus, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Santamaria is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santamaria’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santamaria’s office at (201) 967-4000.
What languages does Dr. Santamaria speak?
Dr. Santamaria and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Santamaria typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Santamaria 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. Santamaria. 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:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Santamaria typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Alessandra Santamaria 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. Santamaria's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Santamaria accept my insurance?
Dr. Santamaria accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 967-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santamaria accept in Paramus, NJ?
Dr. Santamaria in Paramus, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Santamaria's office located?
Dr. Alessandra Santamaria's Primary Practice
230 E Ridgewood Ave
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 967-4000
What is Dr. Santamaria's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santamaria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194389981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santamaria?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santamaria
What is Dr. Alessandra Santamaria's specialty?
Dr. Santamaria is a Psychiatrist near Paramus, NJ.
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 this Dr. Alessandra Santamaria affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santamaria is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, The Valley Hospital, Englewood 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 Alessandra Santamaria accepting new patients in Paramus, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Alessandra Santamaria is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alessandra Santamaria offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santamaria's office at (201) 967-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alessandra Santamaria?
Please contact Dr. Santamaria's office at (201) 967-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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