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Who is Dr. Torban, Psychiatrist in Palm Desert, CA?
Dr. Richard Torban, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Palm Desert, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Torban graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Torban is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torban’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torban’s office at (760) 341-8878.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Torban?
Dr. Richard Torban, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Torban empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in ADD/ADHD, Anxiety & Depression, Bipolar/Mood Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Palm Desert, CA community, Dr. Torban is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Torban go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Psychiatry
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Is Dr. Torban board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Torban, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Torban speak?
Dr. Torban and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Torban typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Torban 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. Torban. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Torban typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Torban may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Torban's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Torban accept my insurance?
Dr. Torban accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 341-8878 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Torban accept in Palm Desert, CA?
Dr. Torban in Palm Desert, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Torban's office located?
Dr. Richard Torban's Primary Practice
73255 El Paseo Ste 11
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 341-8878
What is Dr. Torban's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Torban's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477563575.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torban?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Torban
What is Dr. Richard Torban's specialty?
Dr. Torban is a Psychiatrist near Palm Desert, CA.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
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.