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Who is Dr. Sylvester, Psychiatrist in York, PA?
Dr. Alfred Sylvester, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in York, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Sylvester is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sylvester’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sylvester’s office at (717) 851-1500.
Where did Dr. Sylvester go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine | University of Scranton
Is Dr. Sylvester board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Sylvester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Sylvester speak?
Dr. Sylvester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sylvester treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Sylvester 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. Sylvester. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
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:
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
- Psychotic bipolar depression
- Severe bipolar depression with delusions
- Bipolar with depressive psychosis
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
- F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Which procedures does Dr. Sylvester perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alfred Sylvester 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. Sylvester's office.
Does Dr. Sylvester accept my insurance?
Dr. Sylvester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 851-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sylvester accept in York, PA?
Dr. Sylvester in York, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Care Plan
Community HealthChoices
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sylvester's office located?
What is Dr. Sylvester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sylvester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962430132.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sylvester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sylvester
What is Dr. Alfred Sylvester's specialty?
Dr. Sylvester is a Psychiatrist near York, PA.
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. Sylvester to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alfred Sylvester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sylvester is affiliated with Wellspan York Hospital, Wellspan York Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Alfred Sylvester accepting new patients in York, PA?
No, Dr. Alfred Sylvester is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfred Sylvester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sylvester's office at (717) 851-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alfred Sylvester?
Please contact Dr. Sylvester's office at (717) 851-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alfred Sylvester have?
Dr. Alfred Sylvester is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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