Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vaughn, Psychiatrist in Sylmar, CA?
Where did Dr. Vaughn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program
Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Is Dr. Vaughn board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Vaughn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Vaughn speak?
Dr. Vaughn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Vaughn typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Vaughn 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. Vaughn. 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 Major Depression in Full Remission
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Chronic depression in full remission
- Full recovery from recurring depression
- Depression well-managed
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3342: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Vaughn typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Vaughn 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. Vaughn's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vaughn accept my insurance?
Dr. Vaughn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (877) 608-0044 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vaughn accept in Sylmar, CA?
Dr. Vaughn in Sylmar, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
Medicare
Mountain Health CO-OP
State of California
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Where is Dr. Vaughn's office located?
Dr. Christopher Vaughn's Primary Practice
12669 Encinitas Ave
Sylmar, CA 91342
(877) 608-0044
What hospitals are Dr. Vaughn affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Vaughn has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Vaughn's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vaughn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962633198.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaughn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vaughn
What is Dr. Christopher Vaughn'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.