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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smith, Psychiatrist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Sidney Smith, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Smith graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Tulane, Psychiatry. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (504) 889-1448.
Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Tulane, Psychiatry | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Smith typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Moderate bipolar depression
- Moderate depressive phase of bipolar
- Significant low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3132: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, moderate
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Smith typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Sidney Smith 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. Smith's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 889-1448 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Smith in Metairie, LA 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
Dr. Sidney Smith's Primary Practice
3901 Houma Blvd Ste 401
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 889-1448
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922148162.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Sidney Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Psychiatrist near Metairie, LA.
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. Sidney Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sidney Smith accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sidney Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sidney Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (504) 889-1448 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sidney Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (504) 889-1448 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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