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Dr. Michael Mentari, MD

Bakersfield, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mentari, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Michael Mentari, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mentari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mentari’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mentari’s office at (661) 565-6279.

    What languages does Dr. Mentari speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Mentari typically treat?

    As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Mentari 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. Mentari. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • PTSD
    • Trauma Stress
    • Combat Stress
    • Shell Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Administrative Medical Exam
    • Official health check
    • Regulatory medical assessment
    • General administrative exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z029: Encounter for administrative examinations, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Does Dr. Mentari accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mentari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 565-6279 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mentari accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Mentari in Bakersfield, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • GEMCare

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mentari's office located?

    Dr. Michael Mentari's Primary Practice

    3117 Wilson Rd

    Bakersfield, CA 93304

    (661) 565-6279

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    Dr. Michael Mentari's Practice 2

    520 S La Fayette Park Pl Fl 3RD

    Los Angeles, CA 90057

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    Dr. Michael Mentari's Practice 3

    2001 28th St

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

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

    Dr. Mentari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568673564.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mentari?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Mentari's specialty?

    Dr. Mentari is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near Bakersfield, CA.

    What does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist do?

    Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the unique developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents. Practitioners in this field undergo advanced training to diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders specific to these formative years.

    Is this Dr. Michael Mentari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mentari is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Child & Adolescent 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 Michael Mentari accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Mentari is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Mentari offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mentari's office at (661) 565-6279 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Mentari?

    Please contact Dr. Mentari's office at (661) 565-6279 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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