RP
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polakoff, Psychiatrist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Robert Polakoff, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Polakoff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polakoff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polakoff’s office at (206) 443-9379.
Is Dr. Polakoff board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Polakoff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Polakoff speak?
Dr. Polakoff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Polakoff typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Polakoff 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. Polakoff. 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:
- 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 II Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Severe bipolar mania
- Severe manic phase
- Bipolar with intense elevated mood
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3113: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic without psychotic features, severe
- F31: Bipolar disorder
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Polakoff typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Polakoff 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. Polakoff's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Polakoff accept my insurance?
Dr. Polakoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 443-9379 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polakoff accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Polakoff in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
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Where is Dr. Polakoff's office located?
Dr. Robert Polakoff's Primary Practice
1932 1st Ave Ste 604
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 443-9379
What is Dr. Polakoff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polakoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821218256.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polakoff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polakoff
What is Dr. Robert Polakoff's specialty?
Dr. Polakoff is a Psychiatrist near Seattle, WA.
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. Robert Polakoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polakoff is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 Robert Polakoff accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Polakoff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Polakoff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polakoff's office at (206) 443-9379 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Polakoff?
Please contact Dr. Polakoff's office at (206) 443-9379 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Polakoff have?
Dr. Robert Polakoff is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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