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Dr. Sreenivasa Sanikam

Jamaica, NY

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sanikam, Psychiatrist in Jamaica, NY?

    Dr. Sreenivasa Sanikam is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Jamaica, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Sanikam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanikam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanikam’s office at (718) 206-7160.

    Where did Dr. Sanikam go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: J.J.M. Medical College, Mysore University, Davangere, Karnataka, India

    What languages does Dr. Sanikam speak?

    Dr. Sanikam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Sanikam treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Sanikam 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. Sanikam. 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:

    • Mild Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Mild chronic depression
    • Mild recurring depression
    • Mild depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Mixed Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Mixed bipolar state
    • Mixed features in bipolar
    • Simultaneous mania and depression
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3160: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, unspecified
    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Depression
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Depressive schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic depression
    • Schizophrenia with depressive features
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia

    Does Dr. Sanikam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sanikam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 206-7160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sanikam accept in Jamaica, NY?

    Dr. Sanikam in Jamaica, 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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Sanikam's office located?

    Dr. Sreenivasa Sanikam's Primary Practice

    8900 Van Wyck Expy

    Jamaica, NY 11418

    (718) 206-7160

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    Dr. Sreenivasa Sanikam's Practice 2

    4500 Parsons Blvd

    Flushing, NY 11355

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    What is Dr. Sanikam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sanikam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619038205.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanikam?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanikam

    What is Dr. Sreenivasa Sanikam's specialty?

    Dr. Sanikam is a Psychiatrist near Jamaica, 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. Sanikam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sreenivasa Sanikam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sanikam is affiliated with Flushing Hospital Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?

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    Is Sreenivasa Sanikam accepting new patients in Jamaica, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Sreenivasa Sanikam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sreenivasa Sanikam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sanikam's office at (718) 206-7160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sreenivasa Sanikam?

    Please contact Dr. Sanikam's office at (718) 206-7160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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