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Who is Dr. Okwuonu, Psychiatrist in Encino, CA?
Dr. Ernest Okwuonu, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Encino, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Okwuonu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okwuonu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okwuonu’s office at (818) 849-6215.
What languages does Dr. Okwuonu speak?
Dr. Okwuonu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Okwuonu treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Okwuonu 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. Okwuonu. 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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
- Atypical Anxiety
- Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
- Specific Anxiety Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
- F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- OCD
- Compulsive Behavior Disorder
- Obsessive Thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- F429: Obsessive-compulsive disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Court-Ordered Mental Health Evaluation
- Forensic Psychiatric Exam
- Legal Mental Health Assessment
- Mandated Psychiatric Review
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z046: Encounter for general psychiatric examination, requested by authority
Also known as:
- Conversion Disorder with Mixed Symptoms
- Mental Disorder
- Mixed Functional Neurological Disorder
- Complex Conversion Disorder
- Psychosomatic Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F447: Conversion disorder with mixed symptom presentation
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder in Remission
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Recovered from alcoholism
- Alcohol dependence recovery
- Sobriety from alcohol
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1021: Alcohol dependence, in remission
Also known as:
- Binge Eating Disorder
- Compulsive Overeating
- Eating Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F50811: Binge eating disorder, moderate
Which procedures does Dr. Okwuonu perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ernest Okwuonu may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Okwuonu's office.
Does Dr. Okwuonu accept my insurance?
Dr. Okwuonu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 849-6215 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okwuonu accept in Encino, CA?
Dr. Okwuonu in Encino, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Central Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Okwuonu's office located?
Dr. Ernest Okwuonu also offers virtual visits
Dr. Ernest Okwuonu's Primary Practice
16501 Ventura Blvd Ste 400
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 849-6215
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ernest Okwuonu?
Dr. Okwuonu has appointments available at his Encino, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Okwuonu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okwuonu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639735665.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okwuonu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okwuonu
What is Dr. Ernest Okwuonu's specialty?
Dr. Okwuonu is a Psychiatrist near Encino, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Okwuonu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ernest Okwuonu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okwuonu is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Ernest Okwuonu accepting new patients in Encino, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ernest Okwuonu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernest Okwuonu offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Okwuonu, or call (818) 849-6215 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Ernest Okwuonu?
Yes, Dr. Okwuonu offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Okwuonu, or call (818) 849-6215 for more information.
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