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Who is Dr. Zuniga, Geriatric Psychiatrist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Melina Zuniga, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zuniga is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zuniga’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zuniga’s office at (504) 282-0089.
What languages does Dr. Zuniga speak?
Dr. Zuniga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Zuniga typically treat?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Zuniga 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. Zuniga. 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, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Zuniga typically perform?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Melina Zuniga may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Zuniga's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zuniga accept my insurance?
Dr. Zuniga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 282-0089 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zuniga accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Zuniga in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zuniga's office located?
Dr. Melina Zuniga's Primary Practice
100 Warrington Dr
New Orleans, LA 70122
(504) 282-0089
What is Dr. Zuniga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zuniga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982135182.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zuniga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zuniga
What is Dr. Melina Zuniga's specialty?
Dr. Zuniga is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near New Orleans, LA.
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. Melina Zuniga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Zuniga is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: New Orleans VA Medical Center. 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Psychiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Melina Zuniga accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
No, Dr. Melina Zuniga is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melina Zuniga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zuniga's office at (504) 282-0089 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melina Zuniga?
Please contact Dr. Zuniga's office at (504) 282-0089 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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