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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. West, Psychiatrist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Eric West, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. West is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. West’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. West’s office at (504) 412-1580.
What languages does Dr. West speak?
Dr. West and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. West treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. West 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. West. 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:
- Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
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:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Emotional and Behavior Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Stress-Related Emotional and Conduct Issues
- Mixed Adjustment Disorder
- Emotional and Behavioral Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4325: Adjustment disorder with mixed disturbance of emotions and conduct
Which procedures does Dr. West perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric West 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. West's office.
Does Dr. West accept my insurance?
Dr. West accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 412-1580 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. West accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. West in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bowling Green State University
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
SSM Health Care
State of Louisiana
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Where is Dr. West's office located?
Dr. Eric West's Primary Practice
1542 Tulane Ave Rm 231
New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 412-1580
What is Dr. West's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. West's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982024576.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. West?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. West
What is Dr. Eric West's specialty?
Dr. West is a Psychiatrist near New Orleans, LA.
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. West to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Eric West affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. West is affiliated with Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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
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Is Eric West accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Eric West is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric West offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. West's office at (504) 412-1580 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric West?
Please contact Dr. West's office at (504) 412-1580 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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