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Who is Dr. Ahmad, Psychiatrist in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Yousuf Ahmad, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (518) 243-4000.
Is Dr. Ahmad board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Yousuf Ahmad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ahmad treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Ahmad 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. Ahmad. 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.
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode and Psychosis
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
- Severe mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features in bipolar
- Severe simultaneous mania and depression
- Psychotic bipolar depression
- Severe bipolar depression with delusions
- Bipolar with depressive psychosis
- Psychotic mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features with psychosis
- Bipolar mixed episode with delusions
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
- F3163: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, without psychotic features
- F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
- F3164: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, with psychotic features
Also known as:
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
- Mood Disorder
- DMDD
- Severe Irritability Disorder
- Childhood Mood Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3481: Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Which procedures does Dr. Ahmad perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Yousuf Ahmad may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ahmad's office.
Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 243-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Ahmad in Schenectady, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CDPHP
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
Dr. Yousuf Ahmad's Practice 2
624 McClellan St Ste 204
Schenectady, NY 12304
(518) 382-2290
What is Dr. Ahmad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316143613.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmad
What is Dr. Yousuf Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Psychiatrist near Schenectady, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Ahmad to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Yousuf Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ahmad is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?
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Is Yousuf Ahmad accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?
Yes, Dr. Yousuf Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yousuf Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (518) 243-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yousuf Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (518) 243-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yousuf Ahmad have?
Dr. Yousuf Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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