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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Venkatachalam, Psychiatrist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Vasu Venkatachalam, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Venkatachalam completed his residency at Psychiatry, Jackson, MS USA. Dr. Venkatachalam is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Venkatachalam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Venkatachalam’s office at (804) 828-2000.
Where did Dr. Venkatachalam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Psychiatry, Jackson, MS USA
What languages does Dr. Venkatachalam speak?
Dr. Venkatachalam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tamil
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Venkatachalam typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Venkatachalam 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. Venkatachalam. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
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 Psychiatrist like Dr. Venkatachalam typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Vasu Venkatachalam may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Venkatachalam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Venkatachalam accept my insurance?
Dr. Venkatachalam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 828-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Venkatachalam accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Venkatachalam in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Venkatachalam's office located?
What is Dr. Venkatachalam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Venkatachalam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831371855.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Venkatachalam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Venkatachalam
What is Dr. Vasu Venkatachalam's specialty?
Dr. Venkatachalam is a Psychiatrist near Richmond, VA.
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. Vasu Venkatachalam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Venkatachalam is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North 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 Vasu Venkatachalam accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Vasu Venkatachalam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vasu Venkatachalam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Venkatachalam's office at (804) 828-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vasu Venkatachalam?
Please contact Dr. Venkatachalam's office at (804) 828-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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