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Who is Dr. Puening, Psychiatrist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Sara Puening, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Puening is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puening’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puening’s office at (303) 724-1000.
What languages does Dr. Puening speak?
Dr. Puening and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Puening treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Puening 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. Puening. 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
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:
- Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Chronic PTSD
- Long-term Trauma Stress
- Complex PTSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4312: Post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic
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:
- Panic Disorder
- Anxiety
- Panic Attacks
- Episodic Anxiety
- Paroxysmal Anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F410: Panic disorder [episodic paroxysmal anxiety]
Which procedures does Dr. Puening perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sara Puening may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Puening's office.
Does Dr. Puening accept my insurance?
Dr. Puening accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 724-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puening accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Puening in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Magellan Health Services
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Puening's office located?
Dr. Sara Puening's Primary Practice
490 Post St Ste 1043
San Francisco, CA 94102
(303) 724-1000
What is Dr. Puening's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puening's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780927350.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puening?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puening
What is Dr. Sara Puening's specialty?
Dr. Puening is a Psychiatrist near San Francisco, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Puening to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sara Puening affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Puening is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Sara Puening accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sara Puening is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Puening offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puening's office at (303) 724-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Puening?
Please contact Dr. Puening's office at (303) 724-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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