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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mehdi, Psychiatrist in Saratoga Springs, NY?
Dr. Askar Mehdi, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Saratoga Springs, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mehdi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehdi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehdi’s office at (518) 584-3600.
What languages does Dr. Mehdi speak?
Dr. Mehdi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Mehdi typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Mehdi 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. Mehdi. 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 Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Mehdi typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Askar Mehdi 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. Mehdi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mehdi accept my insurance?
Dr. Mehdi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 584-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mehdi accept in Saratoga Springs, NY?
Dr. Mehdi in Saratoga Springs, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Independent Health Association
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Mehdi's office located?
Dr. Askar Mehdi's Primary Practice
30 Crescent Ave
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 584-3600
What hospitals are Dr. Mehdi affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Mehdi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Mount St. Mary’s Hospital,Lewiston, NY
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Mount St. Mary’s Hospital,Lewiston, NY
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Sisters Of Charity Hospital,Buffalo, NY
Sisters Of Charity Hospital,Buffalo, NY
What is Dr. Mehdi's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mehdi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750634788.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehdi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mehdi
What is Dr. Askar Mehdi's specialty?
Dr. Mehdi is a Psychiatrist near Saratoga Springs, NY.
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. Askar Mehdi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mehdi is affiliated with Mount St. Mary’s Hospital 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. Askar Mehdi accepting new patients in Saratoga Springs, NY?
Yes, Dr. Askar Mehdi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Askar Mehdi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mehdi's office at (518) 584-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Askar Mehdi?
Please contact Dr. Mehdi's office at (518) 584-3600 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Mehdi's office located?
Dr. Mehdi's offices are located in Saratoga Springs, NY and Saranac Lake, NY.
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