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Dr. Nishina Thomas, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thomas, Psychiatrist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Nishina Thomas, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (650) 725-4070.

    What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Thomas typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas. 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:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    Does Dr. Thomas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thomas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 725-4070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Thomas in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Nishina Thomas' Primary Practice

    401 Quarry Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 725-4070

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    Dr. Nishina Thomas' Practice 2

    751 S Bascom Ave

    San Jose, CA 95128

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    Dr. Nishina Thomas' Practice 3

    2500 Grant Rd

    Mountain View, CA 94040

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    What hospitals are Dr. Thomas affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Thomas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174933204.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thomas?

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

    What is Dr. Nishina Thomas's specialty?

    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 Dr. Nishina Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins 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 Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a 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 Dr. Nishina Thomas accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nishina Thomas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nishina Thomas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (650) 725-4070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nishina Thomas?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (650) 725-4070 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Thomas' offices are located in Palo Alto, CA, San Jose, CA, and Mountain View, CA.