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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kennedy, Psychiatrist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Kathryn Kennedy, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kennedy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kennedy’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kennedy’s office at (318) 212-3846.
Where did Dr. Kennedy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Kennedy speak?
Dr. Kennedy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Kennedy typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy. 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
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
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:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Kennedy typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathryn Kennedy 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. Kennedy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kennedy accept my insurance?
Dr. Kennedy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-3846 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kennedy accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Kennedy in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kennedy's office located?
Dr. Kathryn Kennedy's Primary Practice
1006 Highland Ave
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 212-3846
Dr. Kathryn Kennedy's Practice 2
1666 E Bert Kouns Ind Loop Ste 220
Shreveport, LA 71105
What is Dr. Kennedy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kennedy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427088020.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kennedy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kennedy
What is Dr. Kathryn Kennedy's specialty?
Dr. Kennedy is a Psychiatrist near Shreveport, LA.
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. Kathryn Kennedy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kennedy is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kathryn Kennedy accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Kennedy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathryn Kennedy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (318) 212-3846 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Kennedy?
Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (318) 212-3846 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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