MD
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Destefano, Psychiatrist in West Hempstead, NY?
Dr. Michael Destefano, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in West Hempstead, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Destefano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Destefano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Destefano’s office at (516) 505-7200.
What languages does Dr. Destefano speak?
Dr. Destefano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Destefano treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Destefano 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. Destefano. 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Destefano perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Destefano 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. Destefano's office.
Does Dr. Destefano accept my insurance?
Dr. Destefano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 505-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Destefano accept in West Hempstead, NY?
Dr. Destefano in West Hempstead, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Destefano's office located?
Dr. Michael Destefano's Primary Practice
510 Hempstead Tpke Rm 203
West Hempstead, NY 11552
(516) 505-7200
What is Dr. Destefano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Destefano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407200116.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Destefano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Destefano
What is Dr. Michael Destefano's specialty?
Dr. Destefano is a Psychiatrist near West Hempstead, NY.
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. Destefano to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Michael Destefano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Destefano is affiliated with Mather Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Michael Destefano accepting new patients in West Hempstead, NY?
Yes, Dr. Michael Destefano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Destefano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Destefano's office at (516) 505-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Destefano?
Please contact Dr. Destefano's office at (516) 505-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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