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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Friederwitzer, Geriatric Psychiatrist in New York, NY?
Dr. Karin Friederwitzer, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Friederwitzer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friederwitzer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friederwitzer’s office at (212) 305-8075.
Where did Dr. Friederwitzer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad De Buenos Aires, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Friederwitzer board certified as a Geriatric Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Karin Friederwitzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Friederwitzer speak?
Dr. Friederwitzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Friederwitzer typically treat?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Friederwitzer 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. Friederwitzer. 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 Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Depression
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
Also known as:
- Agoraphobia with Panic Disorder
- Panic Disorder
- Phobias
- Panic Attacks with Agoraphobia
- Fear of Public Places with Panic
- Agoraphobic Panic
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4001: Agoraphobia with panic disorder
What procedures does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Friederwitzer typically perform?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Karin Friederwitzer may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Friederwitzer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Friederwitzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Friederwitzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-8075 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Friederwitzer accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Friederwitzer in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Friederwitzer's office located?
Dr. Karin Friederwitzer's Primary Practice
622 W 168th St
New York, NY 10032
(212) 305-8075
What is Dr. Friederwitzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Friederwitzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356497598.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friederwitzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Friederwitzer
What is Dr. Karin Friederwitzer's specialty?
Dr. Friederwitzer is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near New York, NY.
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. Karin Friederwitzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Friederwitzer is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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
When to see a Geriatric Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karin Friederwitzer accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Karin Friederwitzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karin Friederwitzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Friederwitzer's office at (212) 305-8075 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karin Friederwitzer?
Please contact Dr. Friederwitzer's office at (212) 305-8075 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karin Friederwitzer have?
Dr. Karin Friederwitzer is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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