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Who is Dr. Jafery, Psychiatrist in New Bedford, MA?
Dr. Syed Ali Akbar Jafery, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in New Bedford, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Jafery is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jafery’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jafery’s office at (508) 559-5073.
Is Dr. Jafery board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Syed Ali Akbar Jafery, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Jafery speak?
Dr. Jafery and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Jafery typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Jafery 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. Jafery. 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Moderate clinical depression
- Moderate unipolar depression
- Moderate depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
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
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Jafery typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Syed Ali Akbar Jafery 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. Jafery's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jafery accept my insurance?
Dr. Jafery accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 559-5073 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jafery accept in New Bedford, MA?
Dr. Jafery in New Bedford, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Jafery's office located?
Dr. Syed Ali Akbar Jafery's Primary Practice
226 Field St
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 559-5073
What is Dr. Jafery's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jafery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255582698.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jafery?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jafery
What is Dr. Syed Ali Akbar Jafery's specialty?
Dr. Jafery is a Psychiatrist near New Bedford, MA.
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. Syed Ali Akbar Jafery affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Jafery is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Syed Ali Akbar Jafery accepting new patients in New Bedford, MA?
Yes, Dr. Syed Ali Akbar Jafery is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Syed Ali Akbar Jafery offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jafery's office at (508) 559-5073 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Syed Ali Akbar Jafery?
Please contact Dr. Jafery's office at (508) 559-5073 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Syed Ali Akbar Jafery have?
Dr. Syed Ali Akbar Jafery is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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