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Who is Dr. Paturu, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Vanajakshi Paturu, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX. Dr. Paturu completed her residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Geriatric Psychiatry; Bergen Reg Med Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Paturu is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paturu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paturu’s office at (201) 794-7733.
Where did Dr. Paturu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Geriatric Psychiatry; Bergen Reg Med Ctr, Psychiatry
What languages does Dr. Paturu speak?
Dr. Paturu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Paturu typically treat?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Paturu 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. Paturu. 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:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
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 and Psychosis
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic bipolar depression
- Severe bipolar depression with delusions
- Bipolar with depressive psychosis
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
What procedures does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Paturu typically perform?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Vanajakshi Paturu may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Paturu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Paturu accept my insurance?
Dr. Paturu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 794-7733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paturu accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Paturu in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Paturu's office located?
What is Dr. Paturu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paturu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598876369.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paturu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paturu
What is Dr. Vanajakshi Paturu's specialty?
Dr. Paturu is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Austin, TX.
What does a Geriatric Psychiatrist do?
Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients.
Is this Dr. Vanajakshi Paturu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Paturu 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 Geriatric Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vanajakshi Paturu accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Vanajakshi Paturu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vanajakshi Paturu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paturu's office at (201) 794-7733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vanajakshi Paturu?
Please contact Dr. Paturu's office at (201) 794-7733 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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