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Who is Dr. Choi, Psychiatrist in Laguna Beach, CA?
Dr. Brian Choi, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Laguna Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Choi is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choi’s office at (562) 826-8000.
What languages does Dr. Choi speak?
Dr. Choi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Choi treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Choi 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. Choi. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
- Severe bipolar mania
- Severe manic phase
- Bipolar with intense elevated mood
ICD-10 Codes:
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
- F3113: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic without psychotic features, severe
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Choi perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Choi 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. Choi's office.
Does Dr. Choi accept my insurance?
Dr. Choi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 826-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choi accept in Laguna Beach, CA?
Dr. Choi in Laguna Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Choi's office located?
What is Dr. Choi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285054890.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choi
What is Dr. Brian Choi's specialty?
Dr. Choi is a Psychiatrist near Laguna Beach, 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. Choi to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Brian Choi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Choi 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 Brian Choi accepting new patients in Laguna Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Choi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Choi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (562) 826-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Choi?
Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (562) 826-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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