Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Li, Psychiatrist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Descartes Li, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Li graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Psychiatry. Dr. Li is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Li’s office at (415) 476-3762.
Where did Dr. Li go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Psychiatry | University Ca Sf School Of Med | Ucsf Med Center
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Medicine | University of California
Is Dr. Li board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Descartes Li, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Li speak?
Dr. Li and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Li treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Li 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. Li. 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 II Disorder
- Mild to Moderate Depressed Bipolar Episode
- Bipolar Disorder in Remission
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
- Bipolar depression
- Manic-depressive illness, depressed phase
- Depressive episode of bipolar
- Stable bipolar disorder
- Bipolar disorder controlled
- No current bipolar symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
- F3130: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severity, unspecified
- F3170: Bipolar disorder, currently in remission, most recent episode unspecified
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Recurrent Depression
- Severe Major Depressive Disorder with Psychotic Features (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Major Depression in Full Remission
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Severe clinical depression with psychosis
- Chronic depression in full remission
- Full recovery from recurring depression
- Depression well-managed
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F323: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe with psychotic features
- F3342: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
Which procedures does Dr. Li perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Descartes Li 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. Li's office.
Does Dr. Li accept my insurance?
Dr. Li accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-3762 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Li accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Li in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
Conifer Health Solutions
Hill Physicians Medical Group
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Where is Dr. Li's office located?
Dr. Descartes Li's Primary Practice
1600 Divisadero St # 302
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 476-3762
What is Dr. Li's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Li's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962454157.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Li?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Li
What is Dr. Descartes Li's specialty?
Dr. Li is a Psychiatrist near San Francisco, CA.
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. Li to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Descartes Li affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Li is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Descartes Li accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Descartes Li is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Descartes Li offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Li's office at (415) 476-3762 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Descartes Li?
Please contact Dr. Li's office at (415) 476-3762 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Descartes Li have?
Dr. Descartes Li is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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