Who is Dr. Santos, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Houston, TX?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Santos?
Dr. Cynthia Santos, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Santos empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in ADD/ADHD, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Suicide Prevention, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston, TX community, Dr. Santos is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Santos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Texas Health Science Ctr.
Residency: Univ Tx Mntl Sci Inst, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Psychiatry | University of Texas Affiliated Hospitals | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
Is Dr. Santos board certified as a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Cynthia Santos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Santos speak?
Dr. Santos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
- Vietnamese
What conditions does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Santos typically treat?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Santos 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. Santos. 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:
- 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:
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
- Mood Disorder
- DMDD
- Severe Irritability Disorder
- Childhood Mood Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3481: Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Santos typically perform?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Cynthia Santos may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Santos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Santos accept my insurance?
Dr. Santos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santos accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Santos in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Oscar
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Santos' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Santos affiliated with?
Dr. Santos has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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What is Dr. Santos's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205818309.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santos