Dr. Christian Umfrid, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Umfrid, Psychiatrist in New York, NY?

Dr. Umfrid completed his undergraduate education at The University of Arizona, where he graduated summa cum laude with degrees in Molecular Biology and Psychology. Following his undergraduate education, he worked as a research assistant at Mayo Clinic before beginning his medical training. He attended medical school at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and completed internship and residency training in psychiatry at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medicine. He subsequently completed fellowship training in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry at University of Washington prior to joining the faculty at Weill Cornell Medicine.He is a current candidate in Adult Psychoanalysis at Columbia University Center for Psychoanalytic Training and Research. Dr. Umfrid is board certified in adult psychiatry. He has been awarded the William Webb Fellowship by the Academy of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, has published and presented on a wide range of topics across general and medical psychiatry, and has been recognized for his work in trainee education and research.

What languages does Dr. Umfrid speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Umfrid typically treat?

As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Umfrid 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. Umfrid. 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:

Anxiety Disorder
Anxiety
General Anxiety
Anxiety Problems
Nervous Disorder

ICD-10 Codes:

F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

Also known as:

Disorientation
Delirium
Mental Disorder
Confusion
Mental Confusion
Loss of Bearings

ICD-10 Codes:

R410: Disorientation, unspecified

Also known as:

Changes in Mental State
Mental Disorder
Confusion
Disorientation
Changes in awareness

ICD-10 Codes:

R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

Also known as:

Depression
Clinical depression
Major depressive disorder
Mood disorder

ICD-10 Codes:

F32A: Depression, unspecified

Does Dr. Umfrid accept my insurance?

Dr. Umfrid 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. Umfrid accept in New York, NY?

Dr. Umfrid in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Umfrid's office located?

CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building

177 Ft. Washington Avenue

New York, NY 10032

(917) 300-0553

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What hospitals are Dr. Umfrid affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Umfrid has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center,New York, NY

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 6 Procedures

Newyork-Presbyterian Westchester,Bronxville, NY

Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

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

Dr. Umfrid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063807071.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Umfrid?

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

What is Dr. Christian Umfrid's specialty?

Dr. Umfrid is a Psychiatrist near New York, NY.

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 Dr. Christian Umfrid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Umfrid is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian Westchester 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

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