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Dr. Horacio Capote, MD

Amherst, NY

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Capote, Psychiatrist in Amherst, NY?

    Dr. Horacio Capote, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Amherst, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Capote completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Psychiatry. Dr. Capote is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Capote’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Capote’s office at (716) 250-2000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Capote?

    Dr. Horacio Capote, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Psychiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Capote empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Addiction/Substance Abuse, Alzheimer's Disease, Bipolar/Mood Disorders, Neuro-Psychiatry, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Amherst/NY community, Dr. Capote is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Psychiatry

    Is Dr. Capote board certified in Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Horacio Capote, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Capote speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Capote treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Capote 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. Capote. 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
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Mild Recurrent Major Depression
    • Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
    • Recurrent Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Mild chronic depression
    • Mild recurring depression
    • Mild depressive episodes
    • Moderate clinical depression
    • Moderate unipolar depression
    • Moderate depressive episode
    • Chronic depression
    • Repeated depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
    • F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
    • F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
    • F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Mild to Moderate Depressed Bipolar Episode
    • Bipolar II Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder
    • Bipolar depression
    • Manic-depressive illness, depressed phase
    • Depressive episode of bipolar
    • Bipolar 2
    • Bipolar with hypomania and depression
    • Mild bipolar disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
    • F3130: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severity, unspecified
    • F3181: Bipolar II disorder

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Impulse Control Disorder
    • Intermittent Explosive Disorder
    • Mental Disorder
    • Impulse Control Problem
    • Behavioral Impulse Disorder
    • IED
    • Explosive anger disorder
    • Rage disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F639: Impulse disorder, unspecified
    • F6381: Intermittent explosive disorder

    Also known as:

    • Mood Disorder
    • Affective Disorder
    • Emotional Disorder
    • Mental Health Disorder
    • Affective disorder
    • Emotional disorder
    • Mental health condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
    • F0630: Mood disorder due to known physiological condition, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    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

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Childhood Behavioral and Emotional Disorder
    • Child Behavior Disorder
    • Youth Mental Health Issues
    • Adolescent Emotional Problems
    • Childhood Psychiatric Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F988: Other specified behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
    • OCD
    • Compulsive Behavior Disorder
    • Obsessive Thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F429: Obsessive-compulsive disorder, unspecified

    Does Dr. Capote accept my insurance?

    Dr. Capote accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 250-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Capote accept in Amherst, NY?

    Dr. Capote in Amherst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthNow New York

    • Humana

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Capote's office located?

    Dr. Horacio Capote's Primary Practice

    3980 Sheridan Dr

    Amherst, NY 14226

    (716) 250-2000

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    Dr. Horacio Capote's Practice 2

    1263 Delaware Ave

    Buffalo, NY 14209

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    Dr. Horacio Capote's Practice 3

    40 George Karl Blvd Ste 120

    Buffalo, NY 14221

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

    Dr. Capote's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053475939.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Capote?

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

    What is Dr. Horacio Capote's specialty?

    Dr. Capote is a Psychiatrist near Amherst, NY.

    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.

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    Is this Dr. Horacio Capote affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Capote is affiliated with Buffalo General 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 Horacio Capote accepting new patients in Amherst, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Horacio Capote is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Horacio Capote offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Capote's office at (716) 250-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Horacio Capote?

    Please contact Dr. Capote's office at (716) 250-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Horacio Capote have?

    Dr. Horacio Capote is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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