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Dr. Sunil Saxena, MD

Stamford, CT

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Saxena, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Stamford, CT?

    Dr. Sunil Saxena, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Saxena graduated from Moti Lal Nehru Med College and completed his residency at Boston VA Healthcare System (Brockton-West Roxbury)/Harvard Medical School Program. Dr. Saxena is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxena’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxena’s office at (203) 612-7511.

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

    • Residency: Boston VA Healthcare System (Brockton-West Roxbury)/Harvard Medical School Program

    • Medical School: M.L.N. Medical College, University of Allahabad, Allahabad, Up, India | Moti Lal Nehru Med College

    What languages does Dr. Saxena speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Saxena treat?

    As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Saxena 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. Saxena. 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:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Mild Recurrent Major Depression
    • Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Mild chronic depression
    • Mild recurring depression
    • Mild depressive episodes
    • Improving recurrent depression
    • Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
    • Partial recovery from recurrent depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
    • F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
    • Opioid Withdrawal
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD
    • Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
    • Opioid Addiction in Recovery
    • Past Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Abuse in Remission
    • Opioid detox
    • Opioid withdrawal syndrome
    • Coming off opioids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
    • F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
    • F1123: Opioid dependence with withdrawal

    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:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Depressive Episode
    • Moderate Mixed Bipolar Episode
    • Bipolar II Disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
    • Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Manic Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Hypomania
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Moderate bipolar depression
    • Moderate depressive phase of bipolar
    • Significant low mood in bipolar
    • Moderate mixed features bipolar
    • Bipolar I disorder, moderate mixed
    • Mixed state bipolar
    • Bipolar 2
    • Bipolar with hypomania and depression
    • Mild bipolar disorder
    • Psychotic bipolar depression
    • Severe bipolar depression with delusions
    • Bipolar with depressive psychosis
    • Moderate bipolar mania
    • Moderate manic phase
    • Bipolar with moderate elevated mood
    • Bipolar with mild mania
    • Hypomanic bipolar
    • Bipolar II disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3132: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, moderate
    • F3162: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, moderate
    • F3181: Bipolar II disorder
    • F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
    • F3112: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic without psychotic features, moderate
    • F310: Bipolar disorder, current episode hypomanic

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    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:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
    • OCD
    • Compulsive Behavior Disorder
    • Obsessive Thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F429: Obsessive-compulsive disorder, unspecified

    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

    Does Dr. Saxena accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saxena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 612-7511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saxena accept in Stamford, CT?

    Dr. Saxena in Stamford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Saxena's office located?

    Dr. Sunil Saxena's Primary Practice

    30 Buxton Farm Rd

    Stamford, CT 06905

    (203) 612-7511

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    Dr. Sunil Saxena's Practice 2

    1287 Strongtown Rd

    Southbury, CT 06488

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    Dr. Sunil Saxena's Practice 3

    399 Mill Hill Ave

    Bridgeport, CT 06610

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

    Dr. Saxena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346259637.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxena?

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

    What is Dr. Sunil Saxena's specialty?

    Dr. Saxena is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near Stamford, CT. 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. Saxena to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sunil Saxena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Saxena is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Vincents Hospital Westchester. 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 Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?

    Explore Child & Adolescent 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 Sunil Saxena accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Sunil Saxena is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sunil Saxena offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (203) 612-7511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sunil Saxena?

    Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (203) 612-7511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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