CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alfred, Psychiatrist in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Christopher Alfred, DO is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Slidell, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Alfred is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alfred’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alfred’s office at (985) 898-7420.
What languages does Dr. Alfred speak?
Dr. Alfred and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alfred treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Alfred 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. Alfred. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Major Depression in Remission
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Recurrent Major Depression in Full Remission
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
- Chronic depression in remission
- Recurring depression recovery
- Depression well-managed
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
- Chronic depression in full remission
- Full recovery from recurring depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
- F3340: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in remission, unspecified
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
- F3342: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Alfred perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Alfred 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. Alfred's office.
Does Dr. Alfred accept my insurance?
Dr. Alfred accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 898-7420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alfred accept in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Alfred in Slidell, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Fox-Everett
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health System
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alfred's office located?
Dr. Christopher Alfred's Primary Practice
1051 Gause Blvd
Slidell, LA 70458
(985) 898-7420
What is Dr. Alfred's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alfred's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821522558.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alfred?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alfred
What is Dr. Christopher Alfred's specialty?
Dr. Alfred is a Psychiatrist near Slidell, 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. Alfred to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christopher Alfred affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alfred is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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
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Is Christopher Alfred accepting new patients in Slidell, LA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Alfred is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Alfred offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alfred's office at (985) 898-7420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Alfred?
Please contact Dr. Alfred's office at (985) 898-7420 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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