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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Okwara, Psychiatrist in Temple, TX?
Dr. Chinonyerem Okwara is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Temple, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Okwara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okwara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okwara’s office.
What languages does Dr. Okwara speak?
Dr. Okwara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Okwara typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Okwara 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. Okwara. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Persistent Mood Disorder
- Mood Disorder
- Chronic Mood Disorder
- Long-term Mood Problems
- Affective Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F349: Persistent mood [affective] disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Okwara typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Chinonyerem Okwara 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. Okwara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okwara accept my insurance?
Dr. Okwara 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. Okwara accept in Temple, TX?
Dr. Okwara in Temple, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Okwara's office located?
What is Dr. Okwara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okwara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578839916.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okwara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okwara
What is Dr. Chinonyerem Okwara's specialty?
Dr. Okwara is a Psychiatrist near Temple, TX.
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. Chinonyerem Okwara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okwara is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest 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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Is Chinonyerem Okwara accepting new patients in Temple, TX?
Yes, Dr. Chinonyerem Okwara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chinonyerem Okwara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okwara's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chinonyerem Okwara?
Please contact Dr. Okwara's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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