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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buttross, Psychiatrist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. David Buttross, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Buttross is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buttross’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buttross’s office at (337) 478-9331.
What languages does Dr. Buttross speak?
Dr. Buttross and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Buttross typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Buttross 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. Buttross. 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 here.
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
- 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:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, 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
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Buttross typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. David Buttross 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. Buttross' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buttross accept my insurance?
Dr. Buttross accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 478-9331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buttross accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Buttross in Lake Charles, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buttross' office located?
Dr. David Buttross' Primary Practice
401 Dr Michael Debakey Dr Ste 301
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 478-9331
What is Dr. Buttross's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buttross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083615421.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buttross?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buttross
What is Dr. David Buttross's specialty?
Dr. Buttross is a Psychiatrist near Lake Charles, 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. David Buttross affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buttross is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Buttross accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. David Buttross is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Buttross offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buttross's office at (337) 478-9331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Buttross?
Please contact Dr. Buttross's office at (337) 478-9331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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