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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. John, Psychiatrist in El Cajon, CA?
Dr. Salu John, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in El Cajon, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. John is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. John’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. John’s office at (619) 528-5000.
What languages does Dr. John speak?
Dr. John and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. John typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. John 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. John. 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:
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. John typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Salu John 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. John's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. John accept my insurance?
Dr. John accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. John accept in El Cajon, CA?
Dr. John in El Cajon, 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
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. John's office located?
What is Dr. John's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. John's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760761118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. John?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. John
What is Dr. Salu John's specialty?
Dr. John is a Psychiatrist near El Cajon, 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. Salu John affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. John is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Salu John accepting new patients in El Cajon, CA?
Yes, Dr. Salu John is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salu John offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. John's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salu John?
Please contact Dr. John's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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