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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ekeh, Psychiatrist in El Centro, CA?
Dr. Barbara Ekeh is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in El Centro, CA. Dr. Ekeh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekeh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ekeh’s office at (916) 734-7523.
What languages does Dr. Ekeh speak?
Dr. Ekeh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Ekeh typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Ekeh 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. Ekeh. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Ekeh typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Barbara Ekeh 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. Ekeh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ekeh accept my insurance?
Dr. Ekeh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-7523 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ekeh accept in El Centro, CA?
Dr. Ekeh in El Centro, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Spectrum
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ekeh's office located?
What is Dr. Ekeh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ekeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558864363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ekeh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ekeh
What is Dr. Barbara Ekeh's specialty?
Dr. Ekeh is a Psychiatrist near El Centro, CA.
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. Barbara Ekeh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ekeh is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Barbara Ekeh accepting new patients in El Centro, CA?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Ekeh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barbara Ekeh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ekeh's office at (916) 734-7523 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barbara Ekeh?
Please contact Dr. Ekeh's office at (916) 734-7523 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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