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Dr. Ritika Kaula, MD

Torrance, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kaula, Psychiatrist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Ritika Kaula, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. Dr. Kaula is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaula’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaula’s office at (310) 222-2345.

    What languages does Dr. Kaula speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Kaula typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Kaula 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. Kaula. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Severe Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Severe major depression
    • Severe depressive episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features

    Does Dr. Kaula accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kaula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-2345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kaula accept in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Kaula in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kaula's office located?

    Dr. Ritika Kaula's Primary Practice

    1000 W Carson St

    Torrance, CA 90502

    (310) 222-2345

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

    Dr. Kaula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588045140.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaula?

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

    What is Dr. Ritika Kaula's specialty?

    Dr. Kaula is a Psychiatrist near Torrance, 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. Ritika Kaula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kaula is affiliated with Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital, Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. Explore 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 Ritika Kaula accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ritika Kaula is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ritika Kaula offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kaula's office at (310) 222-2345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ritika Kaula?

    Please contact Dr. Kaula's office at (310) 222-2345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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