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Who is Dr. Chica, Psychiatrist in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Edgar Chica, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Las Cruces, NM. He is board certified. Dr. Chica is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chica’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chica’s office at (575) 382-3500.
What languages does Dr. Chica speak?
Dr. Chica and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chica treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Chica 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. Chica. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features with psychosis
- Bipolar mixed episode with delusions
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
- Psychotic bipolar depression
- Severe bipolar depression with delusions
- Bipolar with depressive psychosis
- Severe mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features in bipolar
- Severe simultaneous mania and depression
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3164: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, with psychotic features
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
- F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
- F3163: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, without psychotic features
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder with Withdrawal
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol withdrawal syndrome
- Alcohol dependence withdrawal
- Alcohol detox
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10239: Alcohol dependence with withdrawal, unspecified
- F10230: Alcohol dependence with withdrawal, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Opioid Withdrawal
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid detox
- Opioid withdrawal syndrome
- Coming off opioids
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1123: Opioid dependence with withdrawal
Which procedures does Dr. Chica perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Edgar Chica 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. Chica's office.
Does Dr. Chica accept my insurance?
Dr. Chica accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 382-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chica accept in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Chica in Las Cruces, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Molina
Mutual of Omaha
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chica's office located?
What is Dr. Chica's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chica's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649677360.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chica?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chica
What is Dr. Edgar Chica's specialty?
Dr. Chica is a Psychiatrist near Las Cruces, NM.
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. Chica to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Edgar Chica affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chica 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
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Is Edgar Chica accepting new patients in Las Cruces, NM?
Yes, Dr. Edgar Chica is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edgar Chica offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chica's office at (575) 382-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edgar Chica?
Please contact Dr. Chica's office at (575) 382-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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