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Dr. Bem Atim, MD

Dr. Bem Atim, MD

White Plains, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Atim, Psychiatrist in White Plains, NY?

    Dr. Bem?Atim?is an Assistant Attending Psychiatrist and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine. He earned his M.D. from Weill Cornell Medical College. He then completed his psychiatry residency at New York University School of Medicine, where he served as chief resident in his last year, and then subsequently completed a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at the New York University School of Medicine. Dr.?Atim?then worked as an inpatient attending psychiatrist at NYU Tisch Hospital, on a voluntary-only unit treating patients with acute psychiatric conditions. In 2021, he became the unit chief and medical director of this unit. In addition to his clinical activities, Dr.?Atim?was an active educator: he joined the undergraduate medical education team as the Associate Clerkship Director of Psychiatry, and earned numerous teaching awards during his tenure at NYU both in resident and medical student education.

    What languages does Dr. Atim speak?

    Dr. Atim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Atim treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Atim 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. Atim. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Severe Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Severe Major Depressive Disorder with Psychotic Features (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Severe major depression
    • Severe depressive episode
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Psychotic depression
    • Severe depression with delusions
    • Depression with hallucinations
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Severe clinical depression with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
    • F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F323: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe with psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Personality Disorder
    • Personality Disorder
    • BPD
    • Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F603: Borderline personality disorder

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder
    • Severe bipolar depression
    • Major depressive episode in bipolar
    • Profound low mood in bipolar
    • Psychotic bipolar mania
    • Severe bipolar with delusions
    • Bipolar with manic psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
    • F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
    • F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Mood Disorder
    • Affective Disorder
    • Emotional Disorder
    • Mental Health Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder

    Also known as:

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • PTSD
    • Trauma Stress
    • Combat Stress
    • Shell Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

    Does Dr. Atim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Atim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Atim accept in White Plains, NY?

    Dr. Atim in White Plains, NY 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Atim's office located?

    NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health (Inpatient Only)

    NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health (Inpatient Only)

    21 Bloomingdale Road

    White Plains, NY 10605

    (917) 300-0553

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    What is Dr. Atim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Atim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053756726.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atim?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atim

    What is Dr. Bem Atim's specialty?

    Dr. Atim is a Psychiatrist near White Plains, NY.

    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.

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    Is this Dr. Bem Atim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Atim is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?

    Explore Psychiatrist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Bem Atim accepting new patients in White Plains, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Bem Atim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bem Atim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Atim's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bem Atim?

    Please contact Dr. Atim's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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