48 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Wachsman, Psychiatrist in La Jolla, CA?
Where did Dr. Wachsman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Psychiatry | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
Is Dr. Wachsman board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Wachsman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Wachsman speak?
Dr. Wachsman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Wachsman typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Wachsman 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. Wachsman. 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
- Mild Depression (Single Episode)
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild major depression
- Mild depressive episode
- Low mood
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F320: Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Wachsman typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Wachsman 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. Wachsman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wachsman accept my insurance?
Dr. Wachsman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 453-1145 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wachsman accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Wachsman in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ComPsych
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wachsman's office located?
Dr. Richard Wachsman's Primary Practice
5580 La Jolla Blvd # 46
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 453-1145
What is Dr. Wachsman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wachsman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972683720.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wachsman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wachsman
What is Dr. Richard Wachsman's specialty?
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.