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54 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Syphax, Addiction Psychiatrist in Washington, DC?
Dr. John Syphax, MD is an Addiction Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He has been practicing for over 54 years. Dr. Syphax graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Georgetown Univ Hosp, Psychiatry; Howard Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Syphax is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Syphax’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Syphax’s office at (202) 223-9630.
Where did Dr. Syphax go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Georgetown Univ Hosp, Psychiatry; Howard Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Georgetown University Hospital
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc | Howard Univ College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Syphax speak?
Dr. Syphax and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Addiction Psychiatrist like Dr. Syphax typically treat?
As an Addiction Psychiatrist, Dr. Syphax 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. Syphax. 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
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Depression
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
What procedures does an Addiction Psychiatrist like Dr. Syphax typically perform?
As an Addiction Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. John Syphax may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Syphax's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Syphax accept my insurance?
Dr. Syphax accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 223-9630 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Syphax accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Syphax in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Syphax's office located?
Dr. John Syphax's Primary Practice
1330 New Hampshire Ave NW Ste B4
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 223-9630
What is Dr. Syphax's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Syphax's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982894481.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Syphax?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Syphax
What is Dr. John Syphax's specialty?
Dr. Syphax is a Addiction Psychiatrist near Washington, DC.
What does an Addiction Psychiatrist do?
Addiction Psychiatry is a psychiatry subspecialty dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of individuals with alcohol, drug, or other substance-related disorders, as well as those with a dual diagnosis of substance use and other psychiatric conditions.
Is this Dr. John Syphax affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Syphax 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
When to see an Addiction Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Syphax accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. John Syphax is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Syphax offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Syphax's office at (202) 223-9630 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Syphax?
Please contact Dr. Syphax's office at (202) 223-9630 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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