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Who is Dr. Alva, Psychiatrist in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Gustavo Alva, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Costa Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Alva graduated from Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Alva is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alva’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alva’s office at (714) 939-0787.
Where did Dr. Alva go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Psychiatry | University Ca Irvine Med Center
Medical School: Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Alva board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Alva, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Alva speak?
Dr. Alva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Alva treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Alva 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. Alva. 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:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Mixed Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Depressive Episode
- Moderate Mixed Bipolar Episode
- Mild to Moderate Depressed Bipolar Episode
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Mixed bipolar state
- Mixed features in bipolar
- Simultaneous mania and depression
- Moderate bipolar depression
- Moderate depressive phase of bipolar
- Significant low mood in bipolar
- Moderate mixed features bipolar
- Bipolar I disorder, moderate mixed
- Mixed state bipolar
- Bipolar depression
- Manic-depressive illness, depressed phase
- Depressive episode of bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3160: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, unspecified
- F3132: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, moderate
- F3162: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, moderate
- F3130: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, 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:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder with Hallucinations
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
- Psychosis with hallucinations
- Seeing things
- Hearing voices
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
- F060: Psychotic disorder with hallucinations due to known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Alva perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gustavo Alva may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alva's office.
Does Dr. Alva accept my insurance?
Dr. Alva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 939-0787 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alva accept in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Alva in Costa Mesa, CA 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 Shield of California
CalOptima
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Scan Health Plan
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alva's office located?
What is Dr. Alva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417030222.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alva
What is Dr. Gustavo Alva's specialty?
Dr. Alva is a Psychiatrist near Costa Mesa, CA.
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. Alva to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gustavo Alva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alva is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?
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Is Gustavo Alva accepting new patients in Costa Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Alva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gustavo Alva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alva's office at (714) 939-0787 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gustavo Alva?
Please contact Dr. Alva's office at (714) 939-0787 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gustavo Alva have?
Dr. Gustavo Alva is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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