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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Samah Ahmed, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (330) 379-0667.
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Depression
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
What procedures does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Samah Ahmed may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 379-0667 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Ahmed in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Samah Ahmed's Primary Practice
833 Chestnut St Ste 210
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(330) 379-0667
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457858656.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Samah Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Geriatric Psychiatrist do?
Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients.
Is this Dr. Samah Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center 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
When to see a Geriatric Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samah Ahmed accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Samah Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samah Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (330) 379-0667 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samah Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (330) 379-0667 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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