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Who is Dr. Benitez, Psychiatrist in El Cajon, CA?
Dr. Cesar Benitez, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in El Cajon, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Benitez graduated from University of California. Dr. Benitez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benitez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benitez’s office at (619) 447-1010.
Where did Dr. Benitez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Benitez board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Cesar Benitez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Benitez speak?
Dr. Benitez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Benitez treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Benitez 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. Benitez. 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.
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:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder in Partial Remission (Depressed)
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Recovering from bipolar depression
- Bipolar disorder improving
- Partial recovery from bipolar
- Severe bipolar mania
- Severe manic phase
- Bipolar with intense elevated mood
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3175: Bipolar disorder, in partial remission, most recent episode depressed
- F3113: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic without psychotic features, severe
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Benitez perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Cesar Benitez may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Benitez's office.
Does Dr. Benitez accept my insurance?
Dr. Benitez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 447-1010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benitez accept in El Cajon, CA?
Dr. Benitez in El Cajon, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Molina
OptumRx
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Where is Dr. Benitez's office located?
Dr. Cesar Benitez's Primary Practice
225 W Madison Ave Ste 2
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 447-1010
What is Dr. Benitez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benitez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275738098.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benitez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benitez
What is Dr. Cesar Benitez's specialty?
Dr. Benitez is a Psychiatrist near El Cajon, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Benitez to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Cesar Benitez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Benitez 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
Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?
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Is Cesar Benitez accepting new patients in El Cajon, CA?
Yes, Dr. Cesar Benitez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cesar Benitez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benitez's office at (619) 447-1010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cesar Benitez?
Please contact Dr. Benitez's office at (619) 447-1010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cesar Benitez have?
Dr. Cesar Benitez is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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