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Who is Dr. Bickford, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Lincoln Bickford, MD, PHD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Bickford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bickford’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. Bickford’s office.
Is Dr. Bickford board certified in Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Lincoln Bickford, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Bickford speak?
Dr. Bickford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bickford treat?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Bickford 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. Bickford. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Other Stimulant Abuse
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Stimulant Addiction
- Problematic Stimulant Use
- Amphetamine Abuse
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1510: Other stimulant abuse, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Malingering
- Mental Disorder
- Feigned Illness
- Conscious Simulation of Symptoms
- Fabricated Medical Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z765: Malingerer [conscious simulation]
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
- DMDD
- Severe Irritability Disorder
- Childhood Mood Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
- F3481: Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
- Agitation
- Feeling on edge
ICD-10 Codes:
- R451: Restlessness and agitation
Also known as:
- Drug Abuse
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Substance Abuse
- Drug Addiction
- Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1910: Other psychoactive substance abuse, uncomplicated
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
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Which procedures does Dr. Bickford perform as a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lincoln Bickford may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bickford's office.
Does Dr. Bickford accept my insurance?
Dr. Bickford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bickford accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Bickford in Torrance, 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
GlobalHealth
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
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Where is Dr. Bickford's office located?
What is Dr. Bickford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bickford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154506962.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bickford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bickford
What is Dr. Lincoln Bickford's specialty?
Dr. Bickford is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near Torrance, CA. Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the unique developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents. Practitioners in this field undergo advanced training to diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders specific to these formative years. Contact Dr. Bickford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lincoln Bickford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bickford is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai 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
Where can I learn more about Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?
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Is Lincoln Bickford accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lincoln Bickford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lincoln Bickford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bickford's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lincoln Bickford?
Please contact Dr. Bickford's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lincoln Bickford have?
Dr. Lincoln Bickford is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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