37 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. West, Psychiatrist in Nashville, TN?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. West?
Dr. William West, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Psychiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. West empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Depression-TMS Therapy, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville, TN community, Dr. West is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. West go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Psychiatry
Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn
Is Dr. West board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. William West, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. West speak?
Dr. West and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. West typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. West 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. West. 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
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. West typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. William West may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. West's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. West accept my insurance?
Dr. West accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. West accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. West in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. West's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. West affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. West has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. West's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. West's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598862591.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. West?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. West
What is Dr. William West's specialty?
What does a Psychiatrist do?
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.