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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sarkar, Psychiatrist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Priyankar Sarkar, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sarkar completed his residency at Albert Einstein Healthcare Network Program. Dr. Sarkar is fluent in English, Bengali, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sarkar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sarkar’s office at (215) 456-9850.
Where did Dr. Sarkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albert Einstein Healthcare Network Program
Is Dr. Sarkar board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Priyankar Sarkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Sarkar speak?
Dr. Sarkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Sarkar typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Sarkar 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. Sarkar. 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 Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brief Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Short-term psychosis
- Acute psychosis
- Temporary mental break
ICD-10 Codes:
- F23: Brief psychotic disorder
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Sarkar typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Priyankar Sarkar 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. Sarkar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sarkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 456-9850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sarkar accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Sarkar in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Sarkar's office located?
What is Dr. Sarkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sarkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215149661.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sarkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sarkar
What is Dr. Priyankar Sarkar's specialty?
Dr. Sarkar is a Psychiatrist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Priyankar Sarkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sarkar is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Abington Hospital, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Priyankar Sarkar accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Priyankar Sarkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Priyankar Sarkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sarkar's office at (215) 456-9850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Priyankar Sarkar?
Please contact Dr. Sarkar's office at (215) 456-9850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Priyankar Sarkar have?
Dr. Priyankar Sarkar is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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