GA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alsaadi, Psychiatrist in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Gara Alsaadi, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Alsaadi graduated from St. Matthew's University School of Medicine (Grand Cayman) and completed his residency at Creighton University Program. Dr. Alsaadi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alsaadi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alsaadi’s office at (757) 395-1850.
Where did Dr. Alsaadi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Creighton University Program
Medical School: St. Matthew's University School of Medicine (Grand Cayman)
What languages does Dr. Alsaadi speak?
Dr. Alsaadi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Alsaadi typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Alsaadi 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. Alsaadi. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Alsaadi typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Gara Alsaadi 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. Alsaadi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alsaadi accept my insurance?
Dr. Alsaadi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 395-1850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alsaadi accept in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Alsaadi in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alsaadi's office located?
Dr. Gara Alsaadi's Primary Practice
1020 First Colonial Rd Ste A
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
(757) 395-1850
What is Dr. Alsaadi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alsaadi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710128707.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alsaadi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alsaadi
What is Dr. Gara Alsaadi's specialty?
Dr. Alsaadi is a Psychiatrist near Virginia Beach, VA.
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. Gara Alsaadi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alsaadi is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Riverside Walter Reed Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital 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 Gara Alsaadi accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?
Yes, Dr. Gara Alsaadi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gara Alsaadi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alsaadi's office at (757) 395-1850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gara Alsaadi?
Please contact Dr. Alsaadi's office at (757) 395-1850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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