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Who is Dr. Sands, Psychiatrist in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Michael Sands, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Richmond, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sands is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sands’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sands’s office at (510) 307-1500.
Where did Dr. Sands go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo
What languages does Dr. Sands speak?
Dr. Sands and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sands treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Sands 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. Sands. 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:
- Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Recurrent Major Depression in Full Remission
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Dysthymia
- Persistent Depressive Disorder
- Chronic Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
- Chronic depression in full remission
- Full recovery from recurring depression
- Depression well-managed
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F341: Dysthymic disorder
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
- F3342: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
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:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Panic Disorder
- Anxiety
- Panic Attacks
- Episodic Anxiety
- Paroxysmal Anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F410: Panic disorder [episodic paroxysmal anxiety]
Also known as:
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- OCD
- Compulsive Behavior Disorder
- Obsessive Thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- F429: Obsessive-compulsive disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sands perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Sands 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. Sands' office.
Does Dr. Sands accept my insurance?
Dr. Sands accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 307-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sands accept in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Sands in Richmond, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Sands' office located?
What is Dr. Sands's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sands's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033298732.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sands?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sands
What is Dr. Michael Sands's specialty?
Dr. Sands is a Psychiatrist near Richmond, 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. Sands to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Michael Sands affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sands is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: San Leandro Medical Center. 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
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Is Michael Sands accepting new patients in Richmond, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Sands is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Sands offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sands's office at (510) 307-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Sands?
Please contact Dr. Sands's office at (510) 307-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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