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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shapiro, Psychiatrist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Benjamin Shapiro, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shapiro graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Psychiatry. Dr. Shapiro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shapiro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shapiro’s office at (310) 301-7396.
Where did Dr. Shapiro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Psychiatry | UCLA Med Ctr/UCLA D Geffen School
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California
What languages does Dr. Shapiro speak?
Dr. Shapiro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Shapiro typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Shapiro typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Shapiro may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shapiro accept my insurance?
Dr. Shapiro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 301-7396 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shapiro accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Shapiro in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shapiro's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Shapiro's Primary Practice
2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 860W
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 301-7396
What is Dr. Shapiro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shapiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356447460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shapiro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shapiro
What is Dr. Benjamin Shapiro's specialty?
Dr. Shapiro is a Psychiatrist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Shapiro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shapiro is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Shapiro accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Shapiro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Shapiro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (310) 301-7396 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Shapiro?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (310) 301-7396 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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