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46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. St. Peter, Psychiatrist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Dennis St. Peter, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years. Dr. St. Peter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. St. Peter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. St. Peter’s office at (831) 423-1000.
Where did Dr. St. Peter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. St. Peter speak?
Dr. St. Peter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. St. Peter treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. St. Peter 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. St. Peter. 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
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Dysthymia
- Persistent Depressive Disorder
- Chronic Depression
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F341: Dysthymic disorder
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depression
- Mental Disorder
- Stress-Related Anxiety and Depression
- Mixed Mood Adjustment Disorder
- Emotional Distress from Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4323: Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood
Which procedures does Dr. St. Peter perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Dennis St. Peter 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. St. Peter's office.
Does Dr. St. Peter accept my insurance?
Dr. St. Peter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 423-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. St. Peter accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. St. Peter in Santa Cruz, 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
Central California Alliance for Health
Community Health Network
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. St. Peter's office located?
Dr. Dennis St. Peter's Primary Practice
1663 Dominican Way
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 423-1000
What is Dr. St. Peter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. St. Peter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275608127.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. St. Peter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. St. Peter
What is Dr. Dennis St. Peter's specialty?
Dr. St. Peter is a Psychiatrist near Santa Cruz, 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. St. Peter to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Dennis St. Peter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. St. Peter is affiliated with Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center of Santa Cruz which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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?
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Is Dennis St. Peter accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dennis St. Peter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dennis St. Peter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. St. Peter's office at (831) 423-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dennis St. Peter?
Please contact Dr. St. Peter's office at (831) 423-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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