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Who is Dr. Nichols, Psychiatrist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Alphonso Nichols, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Nichols is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nichols’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nichols’s office at (502) 451-5177.
Is Dr. Nichols board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Alphonso Nichols, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Nichols speak?
Dr. Nichols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Nichols treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Nichols 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. Nichols. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Dysthymia
- Persistent Depressive Disorder
- Chronic Depression
- Moderate clinical depression
- Moderate unipolar depression
- Moderate depressive episode
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F341: Dysthymic disorder
- F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Depressive Episode
- Mild to Moderate Depressed Bipolar Episode
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Moderate bipolar depression
- Moderate depressive phase of bipolar
- Significant low mood in bipolar
- Bipolar depression
- Manic-depressive illness, depressed phase
- Depressive episode of bipolar
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3132: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, moderate
- F3130: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severity, unspecified
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
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:
- Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Chronic PTSD
- Long-term Trauma Stress
- Complex PTSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4312: Post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
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
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Nichols perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alphonso Nichols may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nichols' office.
Does Dr. Nichols accept my insurance?
Dr. Nichols accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 451-5177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nichols accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Nichols in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nichols' office located?
Dr. Alphonso Nichols' Primary Practice
10672 Wexford St Ste 280
San Diego, CA 92131
(502) 451-5177
What is Dr. Nichols's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003890666.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nichols?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nichols
What is Dr. Alphonso Nichols's specialty?
Dr. Nichols is a Psychiatrist near San Diego, 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. Nichols to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alphonso Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nichols is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
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Is Alphonso Nichols accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alphonso Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alphonso Nichols offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (502) 451-5177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alphonso Nichols?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (502) 451-5177 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alphonso Nichols have?
Dr. Alphonso Nichols is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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