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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ali, Psychiatrist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Zaffar Ali, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ali is fluent in English, Georgian, Hindi, Kannada, Kashmiri, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ali’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ali’s office.
Is Dr. Ali board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Zaffar Ali, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Ali speak?
Dr. Ali and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Georgian
Hindi
Kannada
Kashmiri
Urdu
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Ali typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Ali 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. Ali. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Ali typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Zaffar Ali 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. Ali's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ali accept my insurance?
Dr. Ali 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. Ali accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Ali in Richmond, VA 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ali's office located?
What is Dr. Ali's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992893978.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ali?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ali
What is Dr. Zaffar Ali's specialty?
Dr. Ali is a Psychiatrist near Richmond, VA.
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. Zaffar Ali affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ali is affiliated with Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Johnston-Willis Hospital, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Riverside Regional 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 Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Zaffar Ali accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Zaffar Ali is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zaffar Ali offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ali's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zaffar Ali?
Please contact Dr. Ali's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zaffar Ali have?
Dr. Zaffar Ali is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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