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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alexander, Psychiatrist in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Amy Alexander, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office at (650) 723-8000.
What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?
Dr. Alexander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alexander treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Depression
- Recurrent Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Panic Disorder
- Anxiety
- Panic Attacks
- Episodic Anxiety
- Paroxysmal Anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F410: Panic disorder [episodic paroxysmal anxiety]
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Alexander perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amy Alexander 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. Alexander's office.
Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Alexander in San Mateo, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?
Dr. Amy Alexander's Primary Practice
1950 Alameda de las Pulgas
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 723-8000
What is Dr. Alexander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740435486.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alexander
What is Dr. Amy Alexander's specialty?
Dr. Alexander is a Psychiatrist near San Mateo, 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. Alexander to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Amy Alexander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alexander is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
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Is Amy Alexander accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Alexander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Alexander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (650) 723-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Alexander?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (650) 723-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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