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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khowaja, Psychiatrist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Mazhar Khowaja is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Khowaja completed his residency at Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Psychiatry; Delaware Psych Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Khowaja is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khowaja’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khowaja’s office.
Where did Dr. Khowaja go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Psychiatry; Delaware Psych Ctr, Psychiatry
Is Dr. Khowaja board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Mazhar Khowaja is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Khowaja speak?
Dr. Khowaja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Khowaja typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Khowaja 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. Khowaja. 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:
- Other Depressive Episodes
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Other Recurrent Depressive Disorder
- Depression
- Atypical depression
- Unspecified depressive disorder
- Other forms of depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Atypical recurrent depression
- Unspecified recurring depression
- Other forms of chronic depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3289: Other specified depressive episodes
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F338: Other recurrent depressive disorders
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
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. Khowaja typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Mazhar Khowaja 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. Khowaja's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Khowaja accept my insurance?
Dr. Khowaja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khowaja accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Khowaja in Houston, TX 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Khowaja's office located?
What is Dr. Khowaja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khowaja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770523276.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khowaja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khowaja
What is Dr. Mazhar Khowaja's specialty?
Dr. Khowaja is a Psychiatrist near Houston, TX.
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 this Dr. Mazhar Khowaja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khowaja is affiliated with Oakbend Medical Center, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital 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 Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mazhar Khowaja accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Mazhar Khowaja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mazhar Khowaja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khowaja's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mazhar Khowaja?
Please contact Dr. Khowaja's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mazhar Khowaja have?
Dr. Mazhar Khowaja is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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