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Dr. Sarah Carreira, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carreira, Psychiatrist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Sarah Carreira, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Carreira is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carreira’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carreira’s office at (858) 534-7792.

    What languages does Dr. Carreira speak?

    Dr. Carreira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Carreira treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Carreira 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. Carreira. 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:

    • Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • Chronic PTSD
    • Long-term Trauma Stress
    • Complex PTSD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4312: Post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic

    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:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Does Dr. Carreira accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carreira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 534-7792 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carreira accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Carreira in San Diego, 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

    • Beacon Health Options

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Carreira's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Carreira's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (858) 534-7792

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    Dr. Sarah Carreira's Practice 2

    8950 Villa La Jolla Dr Ste C101

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 534-7792

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    What is Dr. Carreira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Carreira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023307436.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carreira?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carreira

    What is Dr. Sarah Carreira's specialty?

    Dr. Carreira is a Psychiatrist near San Diego, 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. Carreira to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sarah Carreira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carreira is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?

    Explore Psychiatrist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Sarah Carreira accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Carreira is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Carreira offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carreira's office at (858) 534-7792 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sarah Carreira?

    Please contact Dr. Carreira's office at (858) 534-7792 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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