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Dr. Michael Knight, MD

New Orleans, LA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Knight, Psychiatrist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Michael Knight, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology. Dr. Knight graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Psychiatry; Wm S Hall Psych Inst-U Sc, Psychiatry. Dr. Knight is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knight’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knight’s office at (504) 842-4025.

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

    • Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Psychiatry; Wm S Hall Psych Inst-U Sc, Psychiatry | Ochsner Medical Center | Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program

    • Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Knight board certified in Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Knight, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Knight speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Knight treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Knight 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. Knight. 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 Depression in Partial Remission
    • Mild Recurrent Major Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Improving recurrent depression
    • Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
    • Partial recovery from recurrent depression
    • Mild chronic depression
    • Mild recurring depression
    • Mild depressive episodes
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder in Partial Remission (Depressed)
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Recovering from bipolar depression
    • Bipolar disorder improving
    • Partial recovery from bipolar
    • Severe bipolar depression
    • Major depressive episode in bipolar
    • Profound low mood in bipolar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3175: Bipolar disorder, in partial remission, most recent episode depressed
    • F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Does Dr. Knight accept my insurance?

    Dr. Knight accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-4025 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Knight accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Knight in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • County of Kern (CA)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Knight's office located?

    Dr. Michael Knight's Primary Practice

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

    (504) 842-4025

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    Dr. Michael Knight's Practice 2

    2781 S Columbia St

    Bogalusa, LA 70427

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

    Dr. Knight's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205848702.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knight?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Knight's specialty?

    Dr. Knight is a Psychiatrist near New Orleans, LA.

    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.

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    Is this Dr. Michael Knight affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Knight is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 Psychiatrist?

    Explore 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 Michael Knight accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Knight is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Knight offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Knight's office at (504) 842-4025 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Knight?

    Please contact Dr. Knight's office at (504) 842-4025 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Knight have?

    Dr. Michael Knight is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.

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