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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahluwalia, Psychiatrist in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Shamsher Ahluwalia, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Gastonia, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ahluwalia is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahluwalia’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahluwalia’s office at (336) 271-5888.
What languages does Dr. Ahluwalia speak?
Dr. Ahluwalia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Ahluwalia treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Ahluwalia 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. Ahluwalia. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
- Mood Disorder
- DMDD
- Severe Irritability Disorder
- Childhood Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3481: Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
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
Which procedures does Dr. Ahluwalia perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shamsher Ahluwalia 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. Ahluwalia's office.
Does Dr. Ahluwalia accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahluwalia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 271-5888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahluwalia accept in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Ahluwalia in Gastonia, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Medicare
State of Maryland
State of North Carolina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ahluwalia's office located?
Dr. Shamsher Ahluwalia's Primary Practice
1337 E Garrison Blvd
Gastonia, NC 28054
(336) 271-5888
Dr. Shamsher Ahluwalia's Practice 3
2031 Martin Luther King Jr Dr Ste A
Greensboro, NC 27406
(336) 790-9787
What is Dr. Ahluwalia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahluwalia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497943286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahluwalia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahluwalia
What is Dr. Shamsher Ahluwalia's specialty?
Dr. Ahluwalia is a Psychiatrist near Gastonia, NC.
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. Ahluwalia to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shamsher Ahluwalia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahluwalia is affiliated with CaroMont Regional Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?
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Is Shamsher Ahluwalia accepting new patients in Gastonia, NC?
Yes, Dr. Shamsher Ahluwalia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shamsher Ahluwalia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahluwalia's office at (336) 271-5888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shamsher Ahluwalia?
Please contact Dr. Ahluwalia's office at (336) 271-5888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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