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Who is Dr. Nwedo, Psychiatrist in Jackson, TN?
Dr. Sylvester Nwedo, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Jackson, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nwedo is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwedo’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwedo’s office at (731) 337-4506.
What languages does Dr. Nwedo speak?
Dr. Nwedo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Nwedo treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Nwedo 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. Nwedo. 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
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Hypomania
- Bipolar Disorder with Manic Episode
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Bipolar with mild mania
- Hypomanic bipolar
- Bipolar II disorder
- Bipolar mania
- Manic phase of bipolar
- Elevated mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F310: Bipolar disorder, current episode hypomanic
- F3110: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic without psychotic features, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Panic Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
- Panic Attacks
- Episodic Anxiety
- Paroxysmal Anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
- F410: Panic disorder [episodic paroxysmal anxiety]
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
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:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
- Mood Disorder
- DMDD
- Severe Irritability Disorder
- Childhood Mood Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3481: Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
Also known as:
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder
- Child Behavior Disorder
- ODD
- Defiant Behavior Disorder
- Childhood Oppositionality
ICD-10 Codes:
- F913: Oppositional defiant disorder
Also known as:
- Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Chronic PTSD
- Long-term Trauma Stress
- Complex PTSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4312: Post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic
Which procedures does Dr. Nwedo perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sylvester Nwedo 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. Nwedo's office.
Does Dr. Nwedo accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwedo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (731) 337-4506 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwedo accept in Jackson, TN?
Dr. Nwedo in Jackson, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealthcare
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What is Dr. Nwedo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwedo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184060113.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwedo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwedo
What is Dr. Sylvester Nwedo's specialty?
Dr. Nwedo is a Psychiatrist near Jackson, TN.
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. Nwedo to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sylvester Nwedo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwedo is affiliated with Jackson-Madison County General 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
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Is Sylvester Nwedo accepting new patients in Jackson, TN?
Yes, Dr. Sylvester Nwedo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sylvester Nwedo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwedo's office at (731) 337-4506 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sylvester Nwedo?
Please contact Dr. Nwedo's office at (731) 337-4506 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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