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Who is Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi, Addiction Psychiatrist in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi is an Addiction Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi graduated from University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of So Al Hosps, Psychiatry. Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi’s office at (318) 443-9339.
Where did Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of So Al Hosps, Psychiatry | University of South Alabama Program
Medical School: University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi board certified in Addiction Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi speak?
Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi treat?
As a Addiction Psychiatrist, Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi 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. Mukhtar-Benghozi. 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
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder
- Severe mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features in bipolar
- Severe simultaneous mania and depression
- Psychotic mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features with psychosis
- Bipolar mixed episode with delusions
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
- Psychotic bipolar depression
- Severe bipolar depression with delusions
- Bipolar with depressive psychosis
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3163: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, without psychotic features
- F3164: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, with psychotic features
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
- F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stimulant Dependence
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Stimulant Addiction
- Stimulant Drug Addiction
- Stimulant Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1520: Other stimulant dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi perform as a Addiction Psychiatrist?
As a Addiction Psychiatrist, procedures performed by an Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi's office.
Does Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi accept my insurance?
Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 443-9339 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi accept in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi in Alexandria, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Louisiana
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi's office located?
Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi's Primary Practice
5920 Coliseum Blvd
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 443-9339
What is Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790774081.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi
What is Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi's specialty?
Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi is a Addiction Psychiatrist near Alexandria, LA. Addiction Psychiatry is a psychiatry subspecialty dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of individuals with alcohol, drug, or other substance-related disorders, as well as those with a dual diagnosis of substance use and other psychiatric conditions. Contact Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mukhtar-Benghozi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Christus Coushatta Health Care Center, Hardtner Medical Center, Natchitoches Regional Medical Center. 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 Addiction Psychiatrist?
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Is Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?
Yes, Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi's office at (318) 443-9339 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi?
Please contact Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi's office at (318) 443-9339 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi have?
Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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