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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sanders, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Roy Sanders, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Sanders completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Children'S Natl Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Sanders is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanders’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanders’s office at (404) 500-4266.
Where did Dr. Sanders go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Children'S Natl Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al
Is Dr. Sanders board certified in Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Roy Sanders, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Sanders speak?
Dr. Sanders and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sanders treat?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Sanders 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. Sanders. 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:
- Mood Disorder
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
- DMDD
- Severe Irritability Disorder
- Childhood Mood Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
- F3481: Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
Also known as:
- Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Moderate clinical depression
- Moderate unipolar depression
- Moderate depressive episode
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Conduct Disorder
- Other Conduct Disorder
- Child Behavior Disorder
- Childhood behavioral problems
- Disruptive behavior disorder
- Atypical conduct disorder
- Unspecified disruptive behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- F919: Conduct disorder, unspecified
- F918: Other conduct disorders
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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Brief Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
- Short-term psychosis
- Acute psychosis
- Temporary mental break
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
- F23: Brief psychotic disorder
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Emotional and Behavior Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Stress-Related Emotional and Conduct Issues
- Mixed Adjustment Disorder
- Emotional and Behavioral Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4325: Adjustment disorder with mixed disturbance of emotions and conduct
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Severe Stress Reaction
- Stress
- Acute Stress Reaction
- Traumatic Stress Response
- Extreme Stress Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4389: Other reactions to severe stress
Also known as:
- Intermittent Explosive Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- IED
- Explosive anger disorder
- Rage disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F6381: Intermittent explosive disorder
Also known as:
- Severe Stress Reaction
- Stress
- Extreme Stress Response
- Traumatic Stress Reaction
- Stress-Related Illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- F439: Reaction to severe stress, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sanders perform as a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Roy Sanders 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. Sanders' office.
Does Dr. Sanders accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 500-4266 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanders accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Sanders in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sanders' office located?
What is Dr. Sanders's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528074101.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanders?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanders
What is Dr. Roy Sanders's specialty?
Dr. Sanders is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near Atlanta, GA. Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the unique developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents. Practitioners in this field undergo advanced training to diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders specific to these formative years. Contact Dr. Sanders to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Roy Sanders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanders is affiliated with Arthur M. Blank Hospital 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 Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?
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Is Roy Sanders accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Roy Sanders is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roy Sanders offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanders's office at (404) 500-4266 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roy Sanders?
Please contact Dr. Sanders's office at (404) 500-4266 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Roy Sanders have?
Dr. Roy Sanders is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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