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Who is Dr. Hwong, Psychiatrist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Alison Hwong, MD, PHD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hwong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwong’s office at (415) 206-4722.
What languages does Dr. Hwong speak?
Dr. Hwong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hwong treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Hwong 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. Hwong. 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
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
Which procedures does Dr. Hwong perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alison Hwong 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. Hwong's office.
Does Dr. Hwong accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Hwong's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Hwong's office located?
Dr. Alison Hwong's Practice 3
1001 Potrero Ave # 6B
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 206-5270
What is Dr. Hwong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hwong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164885844.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hwong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hwong
What is Dr. Alison Hwong's specialty?
Dr. Hwong is a Psychiatrist near Palo Alto, 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. Hwong to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alison Hwong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hwong 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 Alison Hwong accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alison Hwong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alison Hwong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hwong's office at (415) 206-4722 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alison Hwong?
Please contact Dr. Hwong's office at (415) 206-4722 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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