LAWRENCE V. AMSEL M.D. – NPI #1982648218
Psychiatry & Neurology
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.
LAWRENCE AMSEL is a psychiatry & neurologist located in NEW YORK, NY. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1982648218 to LAWRENCE AMSEL on June 16, 2006. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 2084P0800X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry
The NPI profile was previously updated about 18 years ago on Apr 11, 2008. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for LAWRENCE AMSEL below.
NPI Profile for
LAWRENCE V. AMSEL
(about 20 years ago)
177 FORT WASHINGTON AVENUE
NEW YORK, NY 10032 Phone: (212) 305-3090 Fax: (212) 305-4724
622 WEST 168TH STREET, BOX 260
NEW YORK, NY 10032 Phone: (212) 305-2330 Fax: (212) 305-4724
Identifiers for LAWRENCE AMSEL
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| Description | Issuer | State | Identifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEDICAID | NY | 01599908 |
A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 2084P0800X - Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry (Primary) |
NY | 190018 |
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Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
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