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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Basta, Psychiatrist in Northridge, CA?
Dr. Fawzy Basta, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Northridge, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years. Dr. Basta graduated from University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Basta is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Basta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Basta’s office at (818) 368-8929.
Where did Dr. Basta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Basta speak?
Dr. Basta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Basta typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Basta 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. Basta. 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:
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Clinical depression
- Moderate clinical depression
- Moderate unipolar depression
- Moderate depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Mild to Moderate Depressed Bipolar Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar depression
- Manic-depressive illness, depressed phase
- Depressive episode of bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3130: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severity, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Basta typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Fawzy Basta 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. Basta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Basta accept my insurance?
Dr. Basta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 368-8929 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Basta accept in Northridge, CA?
Dr. Basta in Northridge, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Basta's office located?
Dr. Fawzy Basta's Primary Practice
17075 Devonshire St Ste 204
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 368-8929
What is Dr. Basta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Basta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043394505.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Basta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Basta
What is Dr. Fawzy Basta's specialty?
Dr. Basta is a Psychiatrist near Northridge, CA.
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.
Is this Dr. Fawzy Basta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Basta is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Fawzy Basta accepting new patients in Northridge, CA?
Yes, Dr. Fawzy Basta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fawzy Basta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Basta's office at (818) 368-8929 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fawzy Basta?
Please contact Dr. Basta's office at (818) 368-8929 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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