Dr. Christian Small, MD
Escondido, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Small, Psychiatrist in Escondido, CA?
Where did Dr. Small go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Hawaii
What languages does Dr. Small speak?
Dr. Small and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Samoan
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Small typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Small 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. Small. 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:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Stimulant Dependence
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Stimulant Addiction
- Stimulant Drug Addiction
- Stimulant Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1520: Other stimulant dependence, uncomplicated
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
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Small typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Christian Small 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. Small's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Small accept my insurance?
Dr. Small accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-2165 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Small accept in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Small in Escondido, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Small's office located?
Dr. Christian Small's Primary Practice
215 S Hickory St Ste 114
Escondido, CA 92025
(619) 543-2165
What hospitals are Dr. Small affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Small has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Small's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Small's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740546209.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Small?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Small
What is Dr. Christian Small'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.