Who is Dr. Elkin, Psychiatrist in San Francisco, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Elkin?
Dr. George Elkin, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Psychiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Elkin empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anxiety & Depression, Mood Disorders, Psychotherapy, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Elkin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Elkin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Uc Davis Med Ctr
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Elkin board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. George Elkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Elkin speak?
Dr. Elkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Elkin typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Elkin 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. Elkin. 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:
- Suicide Attempt
- Suicide
- Self-harm attempt
- Attempted suicide
- Intentional self-injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1491XA: Suicide attempt, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Elkin typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. George Elkin 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. Elkin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Elkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Elkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 206-5612 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elkin accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Elkin in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Western Health Advantage
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Where is Dr. Elkin's office located?
Dr. George Elkin's Primary Practice
1001 Potrero Ave Rm 7M
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 206-5612
What hospitals are Dr. Elkin affiliated with?
Dr. Elkin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Elkin's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760408769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elkin
What is Dr. George Elkin's specialty?
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.