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53 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velas, Psychiatrist in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Carlos Velas, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 53 years and is board certified. Dr. Velas completed his residency at Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Velas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velas’s office at (610) 691-4357.
Where did Dr. Velas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Psychiatry
Medical School: Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University
What languages does Dr. Velas speak?
Dr. Velas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Velas treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Velas 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. Velas. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder
- Moderate bipolar depression
- Moderate depressive phase of bipolar
- Significant low mood in bipolar
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3132: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, moderate
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Metabolic Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Uncommon Metabolic Condition
- Rare Metabolic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8889: Other specified metabolic disorders
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Which procedures does Dr. Velas perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Carlos Velas 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. Velas' office.
Does Dr. Velas accept my insurance?
Dr. Velas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 691-4357 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velas accept in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Velas in Bethlehem, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
Centene
Geisinger Health Plan
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Velas' office located?
What is Dr. Velas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447390455.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velas
What is Dr. Carlos Velas's specialty?
Dr. Velas is a Psychiatrist near Bethlehem, PA.
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. Velas to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Carlos Velas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velas is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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
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Is Carlos Velas accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Velas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Velas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velas's office at (610) 691-4357 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Velas?
Please contact Dr. Velas's office at (610) 691-4357 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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