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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. Dr. Chica is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chica’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Psychiatrist like Dr. Chica typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
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 Mixed Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features with psychosis
- Bipolar mixed episode with delusions
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3164: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, with psychotic features
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Chica typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Chica's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. 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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