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Dr. Stacen Velvin, MD

Castro Valley, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Velvin, Psychiatrist in Castro Valley, CA?

    Dr. Stacen Velvin, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Castro Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Velvin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velvin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velvin’s office at (713) 970-7000.

    What languages does Dr. Velvin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Velvin typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Velvin 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. Velvin. 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 here.

    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:

    • Adjustment Disorder
    • Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Emotional and Behavior Problems
    • Adjustment Disorder with Behavior Problems
    • Mental Disorder
    • Situational Depression
    • Stress Response Syndrome
    • Reaction to Stress
    • Stress-Related Emotional and Conduct Issues
    • Mixed Adjustment Disorder
    • Emotional and Behavioral Distress
    • Stress-Related Conduct Disorder
    • Behavioral Adjustment Issues
    • Conduct Disturbance from Stress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4320: Adjustment disorder, unspecified
    • F4325: Adjustment disorder with mixed disturbance of emotions and conduct
    • F4324: Adjustment disorder with disturbance of conduct

    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:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Does Dr. Velvin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Velvin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 970-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Velvin accept in Castro Valley, CA?

    Dr. Velvin in Castro Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of California

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Velvin's office located?

    Dr. Stacen Velvin's Primary Practice

    2060 Fairmont Dr

    Castro Valley, CA 94578

    (713) 970-7000

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    Dr. Stacen Velvin's Practice 2

    1600 California Dr

    Vacaville, CA 95687

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    Dr. Stacen Velvin's Practice 3

    1411 E 31st St

    Oakland, CA 94602

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

    Dr. Velvin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285124743.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velvin?

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

    What is Dr. Stacen Velvin's specialty?

    Dr. Velvin is a Psychiatrist near Castro Valley, 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. Stacen Velvin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Velvin is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Washington Hospital Healthcare System, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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

    When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. Explore 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 Stacen Velvin accepting new patients in Castro Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Stacen Velvin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stacen Velvin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Velvin's office at (713) 970-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stacen Velvin?

    Please contact Dr. Velvin's office at (713) 970-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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