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Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi

Addiction Psychiatrist, Psychiatrist

Alexandria, LA

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    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. 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 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 as an 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 an Addiction Psychiatrist like Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Psychotic depression
    • Severe depression with delusions
    • Depression with hallucinations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms

    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:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode and Psychosis
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
    • 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

    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

    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

    What procedures does an Addiction Psychiatrist like Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi typically perform?

    As an Addiction Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi's Practice 2

    1102 N Pine Rd

    Olla, LA 71465

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    Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi's Practice 3

    2621 N Bolton Ave

    Alexandria, LA 71303

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    What hospitals are Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi affiliated with?

    Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Christus Coushatta Health Care Center,Coushatta, LA
    Hardtner Medical Center,Olla, LA
    Natchitoches Regional Medical Center,Natchitoches, LA

    What is Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi's NPI number?A 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 an Addiction Psychiatrist near Alexandria, LA.

    What does an Addiction Psychiatrist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. 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

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi?

    Please contact Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi's office at (318) 443-9339 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi's office located?

    Dr. Mukhtar-Benghozi's offices are located in Alexandria, LA and Olla, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi have?

    Dr. Tawfik Mukhtar-Benghozi is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.