Business Details
49 Years
experience
Geriatric Psychiatry Expert in San Francisco
Elliott M. Stein is a nationally recognized geriatric psychiatrist with over 45 years of clinical experience specializing in the mental, emotional, and cognitive health of older adults. Board-certified in both general psychiatry and geriatric psychiatry, he has served as a clinical professor at the University of California, San Francisco, and the University of Miami School of Medicine. Elliott M. Stein has held leadership roles at institutions such as the San Francisco Veterans Administration Medical Center and Jewish Home of San Francisco, where he directed geriatric psychiatry services. His expertise extends to legal consultation, where he acts as an expert witness in civil cases involving testamentary capacity, undue influence, and elder abuse. Elliott M. Stein has authored numerous publications, including articles on estate planning and psychiatric care for older adults, and has lectured extensively on geriatric psychiatry, Medicare billing, and cognitive disorders.He is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and has received prestigious awards for his contributions to geriatric psychiatry. Elliott M. Stein provides expert testimony in legal cases, emphasizing the intersection of psychiatry, aging, and legal standards. His work focuses on improving care for older adults through education, advocacy, and multidisciplinary collaboration. He has served on national task forces addressing geriatric mental health and has been recognized for his leadership in the field. Elliott M. Stein is committed to demystifying the complexities of late-life mental health and supporting legal professionals in understanding psychiatric issues affecting older individuals.
Services
Geriatric Psychiatry Evaluation
Expert Witness Services
Legal Consultation
Medicare Billing Guidance
Dementia Assessment
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of clinical experience in geriatric psychiatry.
- Our expert testimony has been recognized in courts across multiple states.
- We provide specialized knowledge of Medicare billing and documentation.
- Our team has authored key publications on geriatric psychiatry and estate planning.
- We combine clinical practice with legal expertise in elder mental health.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Distinguished Life Fellow, American Psychiatric Association
- Distinguished Fellow, American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry
Services
Geriatric Psychiatry Evaluation
Comprehensive assessment of mental, emotional, and cognitive conditions in older adults, including depression, anxiety, dementia, and medication effects. Services focus on diagnosing complex psychiatric issues and providing treatment recommendations tailored to geriatric patients. Expertise includes addressing co-occurring medical conditions and medication interactions.
Expert Witness Services
Specialized psychiatric consultation and testimony for civil cases involving testamentary capacity, undue influence, and elder abuse. Provides court-admissible analysis of mental capacity and psychiatric factors affecting legal decisions. Experience in cases related to will disputes, financial elder abuse, and nursing home issues.
Legal Consultation
Guidance for attorneys on psychiatric aspects of elder-related legal cases, including capacity assessments and case strategy. Offers record reviews, expert reports, and mock trial preparation. Focuses on translating complex psychiatric concepts into actionable legal insights.
Medicare Billing Guidance
Training and consultation on Medicare documentation, coding, and billing for psychiatric services. Helps providers navigate insurance requirements and optimize reimbursement for geriatric mental health care. Includes education on compliance and audit preparation.
Dementia Assessment
Diagnostic evaluation of memory disorders, including Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia. Focuses on differentiating normal aging from pathological cognitive decline and developing management strategies. Addresses behavioral and psychiatric symptoms associated with dementia.
People
Elliot M. Stein
Geriatric Psychiatrist
Elliott M. Stein is a board-certified geriatric psychiatrist with over 45 years of clinical experience. He has served as a clinical professor at UCSF and the University of Miami, authored numerous publications, and received awards for his contributions to geriatric psychiatry.
Questions
What areas does Dr. Stein specialize in as a geriatric psychiatrist?
Dr. Stein specializes in late-life mental health, including depression, anxiety, dementia, testamentary capacity, elder abuse, and psychiatric issues in legal contexts.
Can Dr. Stein serve as an expert witness in both plaintiff and defense cases?
Yes, Dr. Stein provides expert consultation and testimony for both plaintiff and defense in civil cases involving geriatric psychiatry.
Does Dr. Stein accept new patients for clinical treatment?
No, Dr. Stein is not currently accepting new patients for clinical evaluation or treatment, focusing instead on legal consultation and expert testimony.
What legal topics does Dr. Stein frequently consult on?
Dr. Stein consults on testamentary capacity, contested wills, undue influence, financial elder abuse, nursing home issues, and cognitive disorders in legal contexts.
What professional recognitions has Dr. Stein received?
Dr. Stein is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and has received awards including the Jack Weinberg Memorial Award in Geriatric Psychiatry.
How can I access Dr. Stein's article on testamentary capacity?
Fill out the contact form on Dr. Stein's website to receive a complimentary copy of his article on estate planning and mental capacity.
