25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Safer, Psychiatrist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Debra Safer, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Safer graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Psychiatry. Dr. Safer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safer’s office at (650) 498-9111.
Where did Dr. Safer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford Ca - Bariatric Surgery
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Psychiatry | Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford Ca - Bariatric Surgery | Stanford University Program
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Safer board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Debra Safer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Safer speak?
Dr. Safer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Safer typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Safer 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. Safer. 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:
- Binge Eating Disorder
- Other Eating Disorder
- Eating Disorder
- Compulsive overeating
- Binge eating
- Uncontrolled eating disorder
- Unspecified Eating Disorder
- Atypical Eating Disorder
- Disordered eating
- Food-related mental health issues
- Feeding disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5081: Binge eating disorder
- F50819: Binge eating disorder, unspecified
- F5089: Other specified eating disorder
- F509: Eating disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Binge Eating Disorder
- Compulsive Overeating
- Eating Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F50811: Binge eating disorder, moderate
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Safer typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Debra Safer 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. Safer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Safer accept my insurance?
Dr. Safer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-9111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Safer accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Safer in Stanford, 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
Care N' Care Insurance Company
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Safer's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
A randomized wait-list controlled pilot study of dialectical behaviour therapy guided self-help for
, 2013
Race/Ethnicity, Education, and Treatment Parameters
, 2013
Group dialectical behavior therapy adapted for obese emotiol eaters; a pilot study
, 2012
Moderators of dialectical behavior therapy for binge eating disorder
, 2012
Racial/Ethnic Differences in Adults in Randomized Clinical Trials of Binge Eating Disorder
, 2012
Suprathreshold duloxetine for treatment-resistant depression, anorexia nervosa binge-purging type
, 2012
Does rapid response to two group psychotherapies for binge eating disorder predict abstinence?
, 2011
Appetite-Focused Dialectical Behavior Therapy for the Treatment of Binge Eating with Purging
, 2011
Use of Mirtazapine in an Adult with Refractory Anorexia Nervosa and Comorbid Depression
, 2011
Anorexia Nervosa as a Disorder of Emotion Dysregulation: Theory, Evidence
, 2011
Outcome from a randomized controlled trial of group therapy for binge eating disorder
, 2010
A comparison of ethnic groups in the treatment of bulimia nervosa.
, 2007
The relationship of weight suppression and dietary restraint to binge eating in bulimia nervosa
, 2007
Dialectical Behavior Therapy modified for adolescent binge eating disorder: A case report
, 2007
Designing a control for a behavioral group therapy
, 2006
Weight suppression is a robust predictor of outcome in the cognitive
, 2006
Comparing two measures of eating restraint in bulimic women treated with cognitive
, 2004
Women in psychiatric training
, 2004
Psychological predictors of patient satisfaction with laser skin resurfacing.
, 2003
Predictors of relapse following successful dialectical behavior therapy for binge eating disorder
, 2002
Early body mass index and other anthropometric relationships between parents and children
, 2001
Prolonged bottle feeding in a cohort of children
, 2001
Dialectical behavior therapy adapted for bulimia: A case report
, 2001
Dialectical behavior therapy for bulimia nervosa
, 2001
Risperidone in the treatment of delusiol parasitosis: A case report
, 1997
AFFINITY LABELING OF BOVINE LIVER GLUTAMATE-DEHYDROGESE WITH 8-[(4-BROMO-2
, 1990
What is Dr. Safer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Safer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073648218.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Safer
What is Dr. Debra Safer's specialty?
Dr. Safer is a Psychiatrist near Stanford, CA.
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. Debra Safer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Safer is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Debra Safer accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Debra Safer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Debra Safer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Safer's office at (650) 498-9111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Debra Safer?
Please contact Dr. Safer's office at (650) 498-9111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Debra Safer have?
Dr. Debra Safer is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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