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Dr. Shehla Yusaf, MD

Rockville Centre, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yusaf, Psychiatrist in Rockville Centre, NY?

    Dr. Shehla Yusaf, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Rockville Centre, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yusaf graduated from Fatima Jinnah Medical College for Women and completed her residency at SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center/Winthrop University Hospital Program. Dr. Yusaf is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yusaf’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yusaf’s office at (516) 705-3400.

    Where did Dr. Yusaf go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center/Winthrop University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Fatima Jinnah Medical College for Women

    What languages does Dr. Yusaf speak?

    Dr. Yusaf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Yusaf typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Yusaf 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. Yusaf. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Psychotic depression
    • Severe depression with delusions
    • Depression with hallucinations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Depression
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features
    • Depressive schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic depression
    • Schizophrenia with depressive features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
    • F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type

    Also known as:

    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia

    Does Dr. Yusaf accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yusaf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 705-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yusaf accept in Rockville Centre, NY?

    Dr. Yusaf in Rockville Centre, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Yusaf's office located?

    Dr. Shehla Yusaf's Primary Practice

    1000 N Village Ave

    Rockville Centre, NY 11570

    (516) 705-3400

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    Dr. Shehla Yusaf's Practice 2

    506 Stewart Ave

    Garden City, NY 11530

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    Dr. Shehla Yusaf's Practice 3

    385 Oak St

    Garden City, NY 11530

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

    Dr. Yusaf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497943815.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yusaf?

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

    What is Dr. Shehla Yusaf's specialty?

    Dr. Yusaf is a Psychiatrist near Rockville Centre, NY.

    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. Shehla Yusaf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yusaf is affiliated with Mount Sinai South Nassau 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Shehla Yusaf accepting new patients in Rockville Centre, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Shehla Yusaf is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shehla Yusaf offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yusaf's office at (516) 705-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shehla Yusaf?

    Please contact Dr. Yusaf's office at (516) 705-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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