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Dr. Hema Shah

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Hema Shah is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (858) 966-5832.

    What languages does Dr. Shah speak?

    Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Gujarati

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Shah treat?

    As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Shah 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. Shah. 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
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia

    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:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • PTSD
    • Trauma Stress
    • Combat Stress
    • Shell Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5832 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Shah in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Central Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Magellan Health Services

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Hema Shah's Primary Practice

    3100 Oak Rd Ste 270

    Walnut Creek, CA 94597

    (858) 966-5832

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    Dr. Hema Shah's Practice 2

    3665 Kearny Villa Rd Ste 101

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (864) 901-1500

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    Dr. Hema Shah's Practice 3

    15400 Foothill Blvd

    San Leandro, CA 94578

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    What is Dr. Shah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366885733.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shah?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shah

    What is Dr. Hema Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near Walnut Creek, CA. Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the unique developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents. Practitioners in this field undergo advanced training to diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders specific to these formative years. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hema Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?

    Explore Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist with 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 Hema Shah accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Hema Shah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hema Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (858) 966-5832 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hema Shah?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (858) 966-5832 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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