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Who is Dr. Sears, Specialist in Encino, CA?
Dr. Douglas Sears, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Encino, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Sears graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Sears is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sears’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sears’s office at (818) 784-8481.
Where did Dr. Sears go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Psychiatry | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Sears board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Sears, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Sears speak?
Dr. Sears and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sears treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Sears 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. Sears. 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:
- 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:
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
- Clinical depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Panic Disorder
- Anxiety
- Panic Attacks
- Episodic Anxiety
- Paroxysmal Anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F410: Panic disorder [episodic paroxysmal anxiety]
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Does Dr. Sears accept my insurance?
Dr. Sears accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 784-8481 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sears accept in Encino, CA?
Dr. Sears in Encino, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Cigna
Community Health Network
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Magellan Health Services
Spectrum
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sears' office located?
Dr. Douglas Sears' Primary Practice
16055 Ventura Blvd Ste 670
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 784-8481
What is Dr. Sears's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sears's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720062664.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sears?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sears
What is Dr. Douglas Sears's specialty?
Dr. Sears is a Specialist near Encino, CA. Contact Dr. Sears to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Sears affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sears is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Regents Univ Of Calif Los Angeles. 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 Specialist?
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Is Douglas Sears accepting new patients in Encino, CA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Sears is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Sears offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sears's office at (818) 784-8481 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Sears?
Please contact Dr. Sears's office at (818) 784-8481 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Sears have?
Dr. Douglas Sears is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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