43 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Heisman, Psychiatrist in Garden City, NY?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Heisman?
Dr. Alexander Heisman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Psychiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Heisman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Addiction/Substance Abuse, Anxiety & Depression, Liaison Psychiatry, Pain-Chronic, Psychiatry in Physical Illness, Psychosomatic Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Garden City, NY community, Dr. Heisman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Heisman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: NSLIJHS/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at the Zucker Hillside Hospital Program
Medical School: Second Moscow Medical Institute, Russian State Medical University | Second Moskow Medical Institute / Russian State Medical University | Moscow Medical Institute Of Health Ministry | Kazakh-Russian Medical University
Is Dr. Heisman board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Heisman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Heisman speak?
Dr. Heisman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Russian
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Heisman typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Heisman 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. Heisman. 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:
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia with Agitation
- Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Dementia
- Agitated dementia
- Restlessness in dementia
- Behavioral problems with dementia
- Dementia with behavioral problems
- Cognitive decline with behavior issues
- Memory loss with personality changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F03911: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with agitation
- F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Heisman typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Heisman 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. Heisman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Heisman accept my insurance?
Dr. Heisman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heisman accept in Garden City, NY?
Dr. Heisman in Garden City, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elderserve Health
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Heisman's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Heisman affiliated with?
Dr. Heisman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Heisman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heisman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386788404.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heisman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heisman
What is Dr. Alexander Heisman's specialty?
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.