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Who is Dr. Alam, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Saima Alam, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alam is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alam’s office at (281) 578-4600.
What languages does Dr. Alam speak?
Dr. Alam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Alam typically treat?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Alam 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. Alam. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Chronic PTSD
- Long-term Trauma Stress
- Complex PTSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4312: Post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Repeat Prescription Visit
- Prescription Refill Appointment
- Medication Renewal Visit
- Follow-up for Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Alam typically perform?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Saima Alam may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Alam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alam accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Alam's office located?
What is Dr. Alam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356696868.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alam
What is Dr. Saima Alam's specialty?
Dr. Alam is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Houston, TX.
What does a Geriatric Psychiatrist do?
Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients.
Is Dr. Saima Alam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Alam 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
When to see a Geriatric Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Saima Alam accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Saima Alam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saima Alam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (281) 578-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Saima Alam?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (281) 578-4600 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Alam's office located?
Dr. Alam's office is located in Houston, TX.
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