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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silverman, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Melissa Ann Silverman, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Silverman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silverman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silverman’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Silverman speak?
Dr. Silverman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Silverman typically treat?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Silverman 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. Silverman. 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:
- Mental Disorder
- Psychological disorders
- Emotional problems
- Behavioral health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F489: Nonpsychotic mental disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- OCD
- Compulsive Behavior
- Obsessive Thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- F422: Mixed obsessional thoughts and acts
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
What procedures does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Silverman typically perform?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Ann Silverman may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Silverman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Silverman accept my insurance?
Dr. Silverman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silverman accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Silverman in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Silverman's office located?
Dr. Melissa Ann Silverman's Primary Practice
725 Welch Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 497-8000
What is Dr. Silverman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silverman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437447372.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silverman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silverman
What is Dr. Melissa Ann Silverman's specialty?
Dr. Silverman is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist do?
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the unique developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents. Practitioners in this field undergo advanced training to diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders specific to these formative years.
Is this Dr. Melissa Ann Silverman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silverman is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Auburn Faith 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 Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melissa Ann Silverman accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Ann Silverman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Ann Silverman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silverman's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Ann Silverman?
Please contact Dr. Silverman's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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