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Who is Dr. Besterman, Psychiatrist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Aaron Besterman, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Besterman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Besterman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Besterman’s office at (858) 576-1700.
What languages does Dr. Besterman speak?
Dr. Besterman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Besterman treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Besterman 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. Besterman. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Moderate clinical depression
- Moderate unipolar depression
- Moderate depressive episode
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Besterman perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Aaron Besterman 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. Besterman's office.
Does Dr. Besterman accept my insurance?
Dr. Besterman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 576-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Besterman accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Besterman in San Diego, 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
Centene
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Magellan Health Services
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Besterman's office located?
Dr. Aaron Besterman's Primary Practice
3020 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 576-1700
What is Dr. Besterman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Besterman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821364241.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Besterman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Besterman
What is Dr. Aaron Besterman's specialty?
Dr. Besterman is a Psychiatrist near San Diego, 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. Besterman to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Aaron Besterman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Besterman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. 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 Aaron Besterman accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Aaron Besterman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aaron Besterman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Besterman's office at (858) 576-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aaron Besterman?
Please contact Dr. Besterman's office at (858) 576-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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