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34 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Gihwala, Psychiatrist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Ramesh Gihwala, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Gihwala completed his residency at Bergen Reg Med Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Gihwala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gihwala’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gihwala’s office at (704) 853-5294.
Where did Dr. Gihwala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bergen Reg Med Ctr, Psychiatry
Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica
What languages does Dr. Gihwala speak?
Dr. Gihwala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gihwala treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Gihwala 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. Gihwala. 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:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Mixed Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Moderate bipolar depression
- Moderate depressive phase of bipolar
- Significant low mood in bipolar
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
- Mixed bipolar state
- Mixed features in bipolar
- Simultaneous mania and depression
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3132: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, moderate
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
- F3160: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, unspecified
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Chronic PTSD
- Long-term Trauma Stress
- Complex PTSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4312: Post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
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:
- Adjustment Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Situational Depression
- Stress Response Syndrome
- Reaction to Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4320: Adjustment disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Gihwala perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ramesh Gihwala 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. Gihwala's office.
Does Dr. Gihwala accept my insurance?
Dr. Gihwala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 853-5294 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gihwala accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Gihwala in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gihwala's office located?
What is Dr. Gihwala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gihwala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447200183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gihwala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gihwala
What is Dr. Ramesh Gihwala's specialty?
Dr. Gihwala is a Psychiatrist near Columbia, SC.
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. Gihwala to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ramesh Gihwala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gihwala 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
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Is Ramesh Gihwala accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Ramesh Gihwala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ramesh Gihwala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gihwala's office at (704) 853-5294 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ramesh Gihwala?
Please contact Dr. Gihwala's office at (704) 853-5294 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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