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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kher, Psychiatrist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Hema Kher, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kher’s office at (617) 732-5056.
What languages does Dr. Kher speak?
Dr. Kher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kher treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Kher 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. Kher. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Emotional and Behavior Problems
- Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood
- Adjustment Disorder
- Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depression
- Mental Disorder
- Stress-Related Emotional and Conduct Issues
- Mixed Adjustment Disorder
- Emotional and Behavioral Distress
- Situational Depression
- Stress-Related Depression
- Depression from Life Changes
- Stress Response Syndrome
- Reaction to Stress
- Stress-Related Anxiety and Depression
- Mixed Mood Adjustment Disorder
- Emotional Distress from Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4325: Adjustment disorder with mixed disturbance of emotions and conduct
- F4321: Adjustment disorder with depressed mood
- F4320: Adjustment disorder, unspecified
- F4323: Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Substance Use with Drug-Induced Mood Disorder
- Substance Use with Drug-Induced Psychosis
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Psychotic Disorder
- Drug-Related Mood Swings
- Substance-Induced Depression
- Drug Use and Bipolar Symptoms
- Drug-Related Psychosis
- Substance-Induced Psychotic Disorder
- Drug Use with Hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1994: Other psychoactive substance use, unspecified with psychoactive substance-induced mood disorder
- F19959: Other psychoactive substance use, unspecified with psychoactive substance-induced psychotic disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Personality Disorder
- BPD
- Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F603: Borderline personality disorder
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Which procedures does Dr. Kher perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hema Kher 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. Kher's office.
Does Dr. Kher accept my insurance?
Dr. Kher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-5056 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kher accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Kher in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Magellan Health Services
OptumRx
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kher's office located?
What is Dr. Kher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699206417.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kher
What is Dr. Hema Kher's specialty?
Dr. Kher is a Psychiatrist near Charlottesville, VA.
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. Kher to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Hema Kher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kher is affiliated with Uva University 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
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Is Hema Kher accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Hema Kher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hema Kher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kher's office at (617) 732-5056 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hema Kher?
Please contact Dr. Kher's office at (617) 732-5056 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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