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Who is Dr. Iskandar, Psychiatrist in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Malak Iskandar, DO is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Roanoke, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Iskandar graduated from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Virginia Campus and completed his residency at STONYBROOK UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL. Dr. Iskandar is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iskandar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iskandar’s office.
Where did Dr. Iskandar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: STONYBROOK UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Virginia Campus
What languages does Dr. Iskandar speak?
Dr. Iskandar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Iskandar typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Iskandar 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. Iskandar. 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:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Iskandar typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Malak Iskandar 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. Iskandar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Iskandar accept my insurance?
Dr. Iskandar 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. Iskandar accept in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Iskandar in Roanoke, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Iskandar's office located?
What is Dr. Iskandar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Iskandar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841581295.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iskandar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Iskandar
What is Dr. Malak Iskandar's specialty?
Dr. Iskandar is a Psychiatrist near Roanoke, 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. Malak Iskandar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Iskandar is affiliated with Lewisgale Medical Center, Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Carilion Roanoke Memorial 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 Malak Iskandar accepting new patients in Roanoke, VA?
Yes, Dr. Malak Iskandar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Malak Iskandar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Iskandar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Malak Iskandar?
Please contact Dr. Iskandar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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