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32 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abubakar, Psychiatrist in Princeton, NJ?
Dr. Tunku Abubakar, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Princeton, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Abubakar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abubakar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abubakar’s office.
Is Dr. Abubakar board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Tunku Abubakar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Abubakar speak?
Dr. Abubakar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Abubakar typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Abubakar 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. Abubakar. 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
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3163: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, without psychotic features
- F3164: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, with psychotic features
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder with Withdrawal
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol withdrawal syndrome
- Alcohol dependence withdrawal
- Alcohol detox
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10230: Alcohol dependence with withdrawal, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Abubakar typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Tunku Abubakar 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. Abubakar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Abubakar accept my insurance?
Dr. Abubakar 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. Abubakar accept in Princeton, NJ?
Dr. Abubakar in Princeton, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Federal government of the United States
Humana
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
State of New Jersey
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Where is Dr. Abubakar's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Abubakar affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Abubakar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Abubakar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abubakar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275571515.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abubakar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abubakar
What is Dr. Tunku Abubakar's specialty?
Dr. Abubakar is a Psychiatrist near Princeton, NJ.
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.
Is Dr. Tunku Abubakar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abubakar is affiliated with Penn Medicine Princeton 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Tunku Abubakar accepting new patients in Princeton, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Tunku Abubakar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tunku Abubakar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abubakar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tunku Abubakar?
Please contact Dr. Abubakar's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Abubakar's office located?
Dr. Abubakar's offices are located in Princeton, NJ, Toms River, NJ, and New York, NY.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tunku Abubakar have?
Dr. Tunku Abubakar is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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