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Dr. Abul Shirazi, MD

Van Nuys, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shirazi, Psychiatrist in Van Nuys, CA?

    Dr. Abul Shirazi, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Van Nuys, CA. Dr. Shirazi completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Shirazi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shirazi’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shirazi’s office.

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

    • Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Psychiatry

    What languages does Dr. Shirazi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shirazi treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Shirazi 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. Shirazi. 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:

    • 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:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode and Psychosis
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic bipolar depression
    • Severe bipolar depression with delusions
    • Bipolar with depressive psychosis
    • Psychotic mixed bipolar state
    • Severe mixed features with psychosis
    • Bipolar mixed episode with delusions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
    • F3164: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, with psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder
    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
    • Affective psychosis
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified

    Does Dr. Shirazi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shirazi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shirazi accept in Van Nuys, CA?

    Dr. Shirazi in Van Nuys, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Magellan Health Services

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shirazi's office located?

    Dr. Abul Shirazi's Primary Practice

    6454 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 214

    Van Nuys, CA 91401

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

    Dr. Shirazi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205903242.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shirazi?

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

    What is Dr. Abul Shirazi's specialty?

    Dr. Shirazi is a Psychiatrist near Van Nuys, 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. Shirazi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Abul Shirazi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shirazi is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center 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?

    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 Abul Shirazi accepting new patients in Van Nuys, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Abul Shirazi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Abul Shirazi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shirazi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Abul Shirazi?

    Please contact Dr. Shirazi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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