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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Psychiatrist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Sanjay Rao, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA. Dr. Rao graduated from Flinders University of South Australia School of Medicine and completed his residency at UCSD-Kaiser San Diego. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office.
Where did Dr. Rao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UCSD-Kaiser San Diego
Medical School: Flinders University of South Australia School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Rao treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
Which procedures does Dr. Rao perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Sanjay Rao 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. Rao's office.
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Rao in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Alliance Resource Partners
Auxiant
Blue Shield of California
Clever Care Health Plan
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
SGS North America Inc
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407994288.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Sanjay Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Psychiatrist near La Mesa, 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. Rao to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sanjay Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?
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Is Sanjay Rao accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sanjay Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sanjay Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sanjay Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942