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Who is Dr. Waqhar, Psychiatrist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Omar Waqhar, DO is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Waqhar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waqhar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waqhar’s office.
What languages does Dr. Waqhar speak?
Dr. Waqhar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Waqhar treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Waqhar 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. Waqhar. 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
- Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder with Withdrawal
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol withdrawal syndrome
- Alcohol dependence withdrawal
- Alcohol detox
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10239: Alcohol dependence with withdrawal, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Waqhar perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Omar Waqhar may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Waqhar's office.
Does Dr. Waqhar accept my insurance?
Dr. Waqhar 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. Waqhar accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Waqhar in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Dean Health Plan
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Government Employees Health Association
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Nevada
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Where is Dr. Waqhar's office located?
What is Dr. Waqhar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waqhar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881081685.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waqhar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waqhar
What is Dr. Omar Waqhar's specialty?
Dr. Waqhar is a Psychiatrist near Milwaukee, WI.
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.
Contact Dr. Waqhar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Omar Waqhar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Waqhar is affiliated with Carson Tahoe Regional 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
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Is Omar Waqhar accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Omar Waqhar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omar Waqhar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waqhar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omar Waqhar?
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