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Dr. Laurence Saben, MD

El Cajon, CA

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Saben, Psychiatrist in El Cajon, CA?

    Dr. Laurence Saben, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in El Cajon, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Saben graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Saben is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saben’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saben’s office at (619) 440-7831.

    Where did Dr. Saben go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Saben board certified in Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Laurence Saben, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Saben speak?

    Dr. Saben and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Saben treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Saben 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. Saben. 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:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder
    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
    • Affective psychosis
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Depression
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Severe Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
    • Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
    • Depression
    • Chronic depression
    • Repeated depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Severe major depression
    • Severe depressive episode
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Moderate clinical depression
    • Moderate unipolar depression
    • Moderate depressive episode
    • Psychotic depression
    • Severe depression with delusions
    • Depression with hallucinations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
    • F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
    • F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Schizophreniform Disorder
    • Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia
    • Temporary schizophrenia
    • Psychotic episode
    • Schizophrenia-like illness
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
    • F2081: Schizophreniform disorder
    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Moderate Mixed Bipolar Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder
    • Moderate mixed features bipolar
    • Bipolar I disorder, moderate mixed
    • Mixed state bipolar
    • Severe mixed bipolar state
    • Severe mixed features in bipolar
    • Severe simultaneous mania and depression
    • Severe bipolar depression
    • Major depressive episode in bipolar
    • Profound low mood in bipolar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
    • F3162: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, moderate
    • F3163: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, without psychotic features
    • F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Asperger's Syndrome
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Asperger disorder
    • High-functioning autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F845: Asperger's syndrome

    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

    Does Dr. Saben accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saben accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 440-7831 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saben accept in El Cajon, CA?

    Dr. Saben in El Cajon, 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

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Magellan Health Services

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Saben's office located?

    Dr. Laurence Saben's Primary Practice

    615 E Lexington Ave

    El Cajon, CA 92020

    (619) 440-7831

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    Dr. Laurence Saben's Practice 2

    9939 Hibert St Ste 204

    San Diego, CA 92131

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    Dr. Laurence Saben's Practice 3

    330 Moss St

    Chula Vista, CA 91911

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    What is Dr. Saben's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Saben's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669454898.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saben?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saben

    What is Dr. Laurence Saben's specialty?

    Dr. Saben is a Psychiatrist near El Cajon, CA.

    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. Saben to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laurence Saben affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Saben is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Paradise Valley 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 Psychiatrist?

    Explore 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 Laurence Saben accepting new patients in El Cajon, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Laurence Saben is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laurence Saben offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saben's office at (619) 440-7831 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laurence Saben?

    Please contact Dr. Saben's office at (619) 440-7831 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laurence Saben have?

    Dr. Laurence Saben is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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