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Who is Dr. Askins, Psychiatrist in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Howard Askins, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Askins completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Ucla Neuropsych Hosp, Psychiatry. Dr. Askins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Askins’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. Askins’s office at (626) 793-7792.
Where did Dr. Askins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Ucla Neuropsych Hosp, Psychiatry
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Askins board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Askins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Askins speak?
Dr. Askins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Askins treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Askins 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. Askins. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Depression
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
- Delusional disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
- F28: Other psychotic disorder not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Mild to Moderate Depressed Bipolar Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
- Bipolar depression
- Manic-depressive illness, depressed phase
- Depressive episode of bipolar
- Severe mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features in bipolar
- Severe simultaneous mania and depression
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Psychotic bipolar depression
- Severe bipolar depression with delusions
- Bipolar with depressive psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
- F3130: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severity, unspecified
- F3163: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, without psychotic features
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Spina Bifida
- Open Spine
- Neural Tube Defect
- Spinal Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q059: Spina bifida, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Askins perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Howard Askins 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. Askins' office.
Does Dr. Askins accept my insurance?
Dr. Askins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 793-7792 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Askins accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Askins in Pasadena, 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
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Magellan Health Services
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Askins' office located?
Dr. Howard Askins' Primary Practice
960 E Green St Ste 202
Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 793-7792
What is Dr. Askins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Askins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386705713.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Askins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Askins
What is Dr. Howard Askins's specialty?
Dr. Askins is a Psychiatrist near Pasadena, 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. Askins to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Howard Askins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Askins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital And Health Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?
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Is Howard Askins accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Askins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Askins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Askins's office at (626) 793-7792 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Askins?
Please contact Dr. Askins's office at (626) 793-7792 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Askins have?
Dr. Howard Askins is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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