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Who is Dr. Walston, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Lomita, CA?
Dr. Amy Walston, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Lomita, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Walston completed her residency at Med College Ohio. Dr. Walston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walston’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walston’s office at (310) 325-6542.
Where did Dr. Walston go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med College Ohio
Is Dr. Walston board certified in Geriatric Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Amy Walston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Walston speak?
Dr. Walston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Walston treat?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Walston 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. Walston. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Major Depression in Full Remission
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic depression in full remission
- Full recovery from recurring depression
- Depression well-managed
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F3342: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Depressive Episode
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Moderate bipolar depression
- Moderate depressive phase of bipolar
- Significant low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3132: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, moderate
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
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- OCD
- Compulsive Behavior Disorder
- Obsessive Thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- F429: Obsessive-compulsive disorder, unspecified
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
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:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Which procedures does Dr. Walston perform as a Geriatric Psychiatrist?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amy Walston may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Walston's office.
Does Dr. Walston accept my insurance?
Dr. Walston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 325-6542 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walston accept in Lomita, CA?
Dr. Walston in Lomita, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
University of California
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Where is Dr. Walston's office located?
Dr. Amy Walston's Primary Practice
2081 Palos Verdes Dr N
Lomita, CA 90717
(310) 325-6542
What is Dr. Walston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326091695.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walston
What is Dr. Amy Walston's specialty?
Dr. Walston is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Lomita, CA. Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients. Contact Dr. Walston to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amy Walston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Walston 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Psychiatrist?
Explore Geriatric Psychiatrist with 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 Amy Walston accepting new patients in Lomita, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Walston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Walston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walston's office at (310) 325-6542 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Walston?
Please contact Dr. Walston's office at (310) 325-6542 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Walston have?
Dr. Amy Walston is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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