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Who is Dr. Ku, Psychiatrist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Justine Ku is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ku’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ku’s office at (619) 471-0209.
What languages does Dr. Ku speak?
Dr. Ku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Ku typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Ku 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. Ku. 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, 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. Ku typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Justine Ku 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. Ku's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ku accept my insurance?
Dr. Ku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 471-0209 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ku accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Ku in Chula Vista, 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
Community Health Group
Federal government of the United States
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ku's office located?
What is Dr. Ku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205579703.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ku
What is Dr. Justine Ku's specialty?
Dr. Ku is a Psychiatrist near Chula Vista, 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 this Dr. Justine Ku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ku 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Justine Ku accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Justine Ku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Justine Ku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ku's office at (619) 471-0209 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Justine Ku?
Please contact Dr. Ku's office at (619) 471-0209 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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