51 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Okpaku, Psychiatrist in Nashville, TN?
Where did Dr. Okpaku go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Psychiatry; Worcester State Hosp, Psychiatry
Medical School: University of Edinburgh Med Sch, Edinburgh, Scotland
Is Dr. Okpaku board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Okpaku is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Okpaku speak?
Dr. Okpaku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hebrew
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Okpaku typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Okpaku 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. Okpaku. 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:
- 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:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
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
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Okpaku typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Okpaku 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. Okpaku's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Okpaku accept my insurance?
Dr. Okpaku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okpaku accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Okpaku in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Okpaku's office located?
What is Dr. Okpaku's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okpaku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427070879.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okpaku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okpaku
What is Dr. Samuel Okpaku's specialty?
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.