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Dr. Lajpat Gandhi, MD

Huntington, NY

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gandhi, Psychiatrist in Huntington, NY?

    Dr. Lajpat Gandhi, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Huntington, NY. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Gandhi graduated from Maulana Azad Medical College and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Gandhi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gandhi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gandhi’s office at (631) 427-6411.

    Where did Dr. Gandhi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Psychiatry | Metropolitan Hospital Center | Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Maulana Azad Med Coll- Univ Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India | University of Delhi / Maulana Azad Medical College | Maulana Azad Medical College | Butler University in Indianapolis

    Is Dr. Gandhi board certified in Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Lajpat Gandhi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Gandhi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gandhi treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Gandhi 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. Gandhi. 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 (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
    • Mild Depression (Single Episode)
    • Severe Major Depressive Disorder with Psychotic Features (Single Episode)
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Severe Depression (Single Episode)
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression
    • Dysthymia
    • Persistent Depressive Disorder
    • Chronic Depression
    • Moderate clinical depression
    • Moderate unipolar depression
    • Moderate depressive episode
    • Mild major depression
    • Mild depressive episode
    • Low mood
    • Psychotic depression
    • Severe clinical depression with psychosis
    • Depression with hallucinations
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Severe major depression
    • Severe depressive episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
    • F341: Dysthymic disorder
    • F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
    • F320: Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild
    • F323: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe with psychotic features
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Panic Disorder
    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Agoraphobia with Panic Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • Phobias
    • Panic Attacks
    • Episodic Anxiety
    • Paroxysmal Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder
    • Panic Attacks with Agoraphobia
    • Fear of Public Places with Panic
    • Agoraphobic Panic

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F410: Panic disorder [episodic paroxysmal anxiety]
    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
    • F4001: Agoraphobia with panic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety from Medical Condition
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder
    • Secondary anxiety disorder
    • Organic anxiety
    • Physical illness causing anxiety

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
    • F064: Anxiety disorder due to known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
    • OCD
    • Compulsive Behavior Disorder
    • Obsessive Thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F429: Obsessive-compulsive disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Mixed Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Manic Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Depressive Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Mixed bipolar state
    • Mixed features in bipolar
    • Simultaneous mania and depression
    • Moderate bipolar mania
    • Moderate manic phase
    • Bipolar with moderate elevated mood
    • Moderate bipolar depression
    • Moderate depressive phase of bipolar
    • Significant low mood in bipolar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3160: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, unspecified
    • F3112: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic without psychotic features, moderate
    • F3132: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, moderate

    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:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble Sleeping
    • Primary Insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F5101: Primary insomnia

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
    • Depression
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Depressive schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic depression
    • Schizophrenia with depressive features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Does Dr. Gandhi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gandhi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 427-6411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gandhi accept in Huntington, NY?

    Dr. Gandhi in Huntington, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gandhi's office located?

    Dr. Lajpat Gandhi's Primary Practice

    110 E Main St Ste 5

    Huntington, NY 11743

    (631) 427-6411

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

    Dr. Gandhi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528134889.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gandhi?

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

    What is Dr. Lajpat Gandhi's specialty?

    Dr. Gandhi is a Psychiatrist near Huntington, NY.

    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. Gandhi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lajpat Gandhi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gandhi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Lajpat Gandhi accepting new patients in Huntington, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Lajpat Gandhi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lajpat Gandhi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gandhi's office at (631) 427-6411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lajpat Gandhi?

    Please contact Dr. Gandhi's office at (631) 427-6411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lajpat Gandhi have?

    Dr. Lajpat Gandhi is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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