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Dr. Jorge Zapatel, MD

Encinitas, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zapatel, Psychiatrist in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Jorge Zapatel, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Zapatel graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Children'S Hosp, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Boston Va Hlthcare Sys-W Roxbu, Psychiatry. Dr. Zapatel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zapatel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zapatel’s office at (760) 633-6546.

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

    • Fellowship: Children's Hospital Boston, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Boston Va Hlthcare Sys-W Roxbu, Psychiatry | Boston VA Medical Center | St John's Episcopal Hospital-South Shore Program

    • Medical School: Uag | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    Is Dr. Zapatel board certified in Psychiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Zapatel speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Zapatel treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Zapatel 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. Zapatel. 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:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic depression
    • Repeated depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without 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:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    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:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder
    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
    • Affective psychosis
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Does Dr. Zapatel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zapatel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 633-6546 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zapatel accept in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Zapatel in Encinitas, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

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    Where is Dr. Zapatel's office located?

    Dr. Jorge Zapatel's Primary Practice

    354 Santa Fe Dr

    Encinitas, CA 92024

    (760) 633-6546

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    Dr. Jorge Zapatel's Practice 2

    7901 Frost St

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Jorge Zapatel's Practice 3

    435 H St

    Chula Vista, CA 91910

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

    Dr. Zapatel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215081328.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zapatel?

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

    What is Dr. Jorge Zapatel's specialty?

    Dr. Zapatel is a Psychiatrist near Encinitas, 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.

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    Is this Dr. Jorge Zapatel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zapatel is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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

    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 Jorge Zapatel accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Zapatel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jorge Zapatel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zapatel's office at (760) 633-6546 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jorge Zapatel?

    Please contact Dr. Zapatel's office at (760) 633-6546 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Zapatel have?

    Dr. Jorge Zapatel is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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