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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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Psychiatrist like Dr. Shirazi typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic bipolar depression
- Severe bipolar depression with delusions
- Bipolar with depressive psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Shirazi typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Abul Shirazi 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. Shirazi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shirazi's office located?
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.
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.
Is this Dr. Abul Shirazi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shirazi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center, Mission Community Hospital, Regents Univ Of Calif Los Angeles. 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 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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6454 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 214
Van Nuys, CA 91401