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Dr. Miguel Sanchez-Almira, MD

Geriatric Psychiatrist, Psychiatrist

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sanchez-Almira, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Miguel Sanchez-Almira, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sanchez-Almira graduated from Universidad Catolica Nordestana Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at New York University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Sanchez-Almira is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanchez-Almira’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanchez-Almira’s office at (718) 240-5472.

    Where did Dr. Sanchez-Almira go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: New York University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Catolica Nordestana Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    What languages does Dr. Sanchez-Almira speak?

    Dr. Sanchez-Almira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Sanchez-Almira typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Sanchez-Almira 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. Sanchez-Almira. 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 with Psychosis
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Psychotic depression
    • Severe depression with delusions
    • Depression with hallucinations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    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

    What procedures does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Sanchez-Almira typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Miguel Sanchez-Almira may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sanchez-Almira's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sanchez-Almira accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sanchez-Almira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 240-5472 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sanchez-Almira accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Sanchez-Almira in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Sanchez-Almira's office located?

    Dr. Miguel Sanchez-Almira's Primary Practice

    1 Brookdale Plz

    Brooklyn, NY 11212

    (718) 240-5472

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    Dr. Miguel Sanchez-Almira's Practice 2

    One Brooklyn Health

    Brooklyn, NY 11212

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    Dr. Miguel Sanchez-Almira's Practice 3

    1235 Linden Blvd

    Brooklyn, NY 11212

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sanchez-Almira affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Sanchez-Almira has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Brookdale Hospital Medical Center,Brooklyn, NY

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

    Dr. Sanchez-Almira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922206945.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanchez-Almira?

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

    What is Dr. Miguel Sanchez-Almira's specialty?

    Dr. Sanchez-Almira is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Brooklyn, NY.

    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. Miguel Sanchez-Almira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sanchez-Almira is affiliated with Englewood 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 Geriatric Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Miguel Sanchez-Almira accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Miguel Sanchez-Almira is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Miguel Sanchez-Almira offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sanchez-Almira's office at (718) 240-5472 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Miguel Sanchez-Almira?

    Please contact Dr. Sanchez-Almira's office at (718) 240-5472 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sanchez-Almira's office located?

    Dr. Sanchez-Almira's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.