Who is Dr. Schwarz, Psychiatrist in Brooklyn, NY?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schwarz?
Dr. Melanie Schwarz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Psychiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schwarz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anxiety & Depression, End of Life Care, Menopausal Management, Multiple Sclerosis, Postpartum Depression, Psychiatry in Cancer, Psychotherapy & Psychopharmacology, Relationship Problems, Reproductive Psychiatry, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn, NY community, Dr. Schwarz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Schwarz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Psychiatry
Is Dr. Schwarz board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Schwarz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Schwarz speak?
Dr. Schwarz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Schwarz typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Schwarz 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. Schwarz. 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:
- Adjustment Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Situational Depression
- Stress Response Syndrome
- Reaction to Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4320: Adjustment disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Schwarz typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Melanie Schwarz 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. Schwarz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schwarz accept my insurance?
Dr. Schwarz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 477-0158 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schwarz accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Schwarz in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Schwarz's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Schwarz affiliated with?
Dr. Schwarz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Schwarz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schwarz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265595730.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwarz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schwarz
What is Dr. Melanie Schwarz'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.