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Dr. Karin Friederwitzer, MD

Geriatric Psychiatrist, Psychiatrist

New York, NY

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:

    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

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    What is Dr. Friederwitzer's NPI number?A 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 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

    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 Dr. 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 Dr. Karin Friederwitzer?

    Please contact Dr. Friederwitzer's office at (212) 305-8075 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Friederwitzer's office located?

    Dr. Friederwitzer's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karin Friederwitzer have?

    Dr. Karin Friederwitzer is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.