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Dr. Smit Chauhan, MD
San Diego, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chauhan, Psychiatrist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Smit Chauhan, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chauhan is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chauhan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chauhan’s office at (405) 637-8555.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chauhan?
Dr. Smit Chauhan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Psychiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chauhan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Behavioral Disorders, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Sleep Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Chauhan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Chauhan speak?
Dr. Chauhan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Chauhan typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Chauhan 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. Chauhan. 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
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without 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
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:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Chauhan typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Smit Chauhan 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. Chauhan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chauhan accept my insurance?
Dr. Chauhan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 637-8555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chauhan accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Chauhan in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chauhan's office located?
Dr. Smit Chauhan's Primary Practice
7850 Vista Hill Ave
San Diego, CA 92123
(405) 637-8555
What is Dr. Chauhan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chauhan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700083391.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chauhan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chauhan
What is Dr. Smit Chauhan's specialty?
Dr. Chauhan is a Psychiatrist near San Diego, CA.
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. Smit Chauhan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chauhan is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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
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Is Smit Chauhan accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Smit Chauhan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Smit Chauhan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chauhan's office at (405) 637-8555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Smit Chauhan?
Please contact Dr. Chauhan's office at (405) 637-8555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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