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Dr. Nicole Dickens, MD

Lafayette, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dickens, Psychiatrist in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Nicole Dickens, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dickens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dickens’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dickens’s office at (337) 769-7001.

    What languages does Dr. Dickens speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dickens treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Dickens 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. Dickens. 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
    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Depression
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features
    • Depressive schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic depression
    • Schizophrenia with depressive features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
    • F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Psychotic depression
    • Severe depression with delusions
    • Depression with hallucinations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Severe bipolar depression
    • Major depressive episode in bipolar
    • Profound low mood in bipolar
    • Psychotic bipolar depression
    • Severe bipolar depression with delusions
    • Bipolar with depressive psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
    • F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia

    Does Dr. Dickens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dickens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 769-7001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dickens accept in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Dickens in Lafayette, LA 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dickens' office located?

    Dr. Nicole Dickens' Primary Practice

    114 Representative Row Ste B

    Lafayette, LA 70508

    (337) 769-7001

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    Dr. Nicole Dickens' Practice 2

    325 Kaliste Saloom Rd Ste 100

    Lafayette, LA 70508

    (337) 234-1499

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

    Dr. Dickens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376522516.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dickens?

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

    What is Dr. Nicole Dickens's specialty?

    Dr. Dickens is a Psychiatrist near Lafayette, LA.

    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. Dickens to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nicole Dickens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dickens is affiliated with Ochsner Acadia General Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?

    Explore Psychiatrist with 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 Nicole Dickens accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Nicole Dickens is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicole Dickens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dickens's office at (337) 769-7001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicole Dickens?

    Please contact Dr. Dickens's office at (337) 769-7001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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