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Who is Dr. Szpunar, Psychiatrist in San Clemente, CA?
Dr. Mercedes Szpunar, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Clemente, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Szpunar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szpunar’s office at (617) 724-7792.
What languages does Dr. Szpunar speak?
Dr. Szpunar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Szpunar typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Szpunar 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. Szpunar. 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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Postpartum Depression
- PPD
- Baby Blues (severe)
- Perinatal Depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F530: Postpartum depression
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Szpunar typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Mercedes Szpunar 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. Szpunar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Szpunar accept my insurance?
Dr. Szpunar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 724-7792 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Szpunar accept in San Clemente, CA?
Dr. Szpunar in San Clemente, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Szpunar's office located?
Dr. Mercedes Szpunar's Primary Practice
1031 Avenida Pico Ste 204
San Clemente, CA 92673
(617) 724-7792
What is Dr. Szpunar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szpunar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912312380.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szpunar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szpunar
What is Dr. Mercedes Szpunar's specialty?
Dr. Szpunar is a Psychiatrist near San Clemente, CA.
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. Mercedes Szpunar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Szpunar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange. 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 Mercedes Szpunar accepting new patients in San Clemente, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mercedes Szpunar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mercedes Szpunar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Szpunar's office at (617) 724-7792 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mercedes Szpunar?
Please contact Dr. Szpunar's office at (617) 724-7792 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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