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Who is Dr. Amara, Psychiatrist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Shilpa Amara, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Amara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amara’s office at (504) 842-4025.
What languages does Dr. Amara speak?
Dr. Amara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Amara typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Amara 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. Amara. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Amara typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Shilpa Amara 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. Amara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Amara accept my insurance?
Dr. Amara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-4025 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amara accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Amara in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Amara's office located?
Dr. Shilpa Amara also offers virtual visits
Dr. Shilpa Amara's Primary Practice
3350 Ridgelake Dr Ste 200
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 842-4025
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shilpa Amara?
Dr. Amara has appointments available at her Metairie, LA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Amara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942566799.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amara
What is Dr. Shilpa Amara's specialty?
Dr. Amara 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. Shilpa Amara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amara is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Shilpa Amara accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Shilpa Amara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shilpa Amara offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Amara, or call (504) 842-4025 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Shilpa Amara?
Yes, Dr. Amara offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Amara, or call (504) 842-4025 for more information.
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