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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shu, Psychiatrist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Alan Shu is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shu is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shu’s office at (714) 625-6201.
What languages does Dr. Shu speak?
Dr. Shu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Shu typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Shu 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. Shu. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
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. Shu typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Alan Shu 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. Shu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shu accept my insurance?
Dr. Shu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 625-6201 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shu accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Shu in Oakland, 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
Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)
Contra Costa
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shu's office located?
What is Dr. Shu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275235095.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shu
What is Dr. Alan Shu's specialty?
Dr. Shu is a Psychiatrist near Oakland, 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. Alan Shu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Alan Shu accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
No, Dr. Alan Shu is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Shu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shu's office at (714) 625-6201 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Shu?
Please contact Dr. Shu's office at (714) 625-6201 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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