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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhtar, Psychiatrist in Frankfort, KY?
Dr. Naeem Akhtar, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Frankfort, KY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhtar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhtar’s office.
What languages does Dr. Akhtar speak?
Dr. Akhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Akhtar treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Akhtar 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. Akhtar. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
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:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Akhtar perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Naeem Akhtar 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. Akhtar's office.
Does Dr. Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhtar 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. Akhtar accept in Frankfort, KY?
Dr. Akhtar in Frankfort, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Passport Health Plan
State of Kentucky
Steris Corporation
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akhtar's office located?
What is Dr. Akhtar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629248588.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhtar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhtar
What is Dr. Naeem Akhtar's specialty?
Dr. Akhtar is a Psychiatrist near Frankfort, KY.
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. Akhtar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Naeem Akhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Baptist Health Richmond which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Naeem Akhtar accepting new patients in Frankfort, KY?
Yes, Dr. Naeem Akhtar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Naeem Akhtar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhtar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Naeem Akhtar?
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