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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kucher, Psychiatrist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Lev Kucher, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Kucher graduated from Moscow Medical Institute Of Health Ministry and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Kucher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kucher’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kucher’s office at (718) 491-3232.
Where did Dr. Kucher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Psychiatry
Medical School: Moscow Med Stomatologic Inst- Moscow- Russia | Moscow Medical Institute Of Health Ministry
Is Dr. Kucher board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Lev Kucher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Kucher speak?
Dr. Kucher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kucher treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Kucher 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. Kucher. 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Other Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
- Atypical schizophrenia
- Unspecified schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia spectrum disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
- F2089: Other schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood
- Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depression
- Mental Disorder
- Situational Depression
- Stress-Related Depression
- Depression from Life Changes
- Stress-Related Anxiety and Depression
- Mixed Mood Adjustment Disorder
- Emotional Distress from Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4321: Adjustment disorder with depressed mood
- F4323: Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features with psychosis
- Bipolar mixed episode with delusions
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3164: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, with psychotic features
Also known as:
- Delusional Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Paranoid disorder
- Delusions
- Psychotic disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F22: Delusional disorders
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:
- Dementia Due to Other Condition with Behavioral Changes
- Dementia
- Secondary dementia with behavior issues
- Dementia from other medical causes with behavioral symptoms
- Cognitive decline with behavioral problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- F02818: Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kucher perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lev Kucher 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. Kucher's office.
Does Dr. Kucher accept my insurance?
Dr. Kucher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 491-3232 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kucher accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Kucher in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kucher's office located?
What is Dr. Kucher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kucher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033149190.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kucher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kucher
What is Dr. Lev Kucher's specialty?
Dr. Kucher is a Psychiatrist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Kucher to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Lev Kucher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kucher 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
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Is Lev Kucher accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lev Kucher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lev Kucher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kucher's office at (718) 491-3232 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lev Kucher?
Please contact Dr. Kucher's office at (718) 491-3232 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lev Kucher have?
Dr. Lev Kucher is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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