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Who is Dr. Ashai, Psychiatrist in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Riffat Ashai, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ashai completed her residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Psychiatry. Dr. Ashai is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ashai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ashai’s office.
Where did Dr. Ashai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Psychiatry
Medical School: Fatima Jinnah Med College For Women University Of Punjab Lahore Pakistan
Is Dr. Ashai board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Riffat Ashai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Ashai speak?
Dr. Ashai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ashai treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Ashai 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. Ashai. 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:
- Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Dysthymia
- Persistent Depressive Disorder
- Chronic Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F341: Dysthymic disorder
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Atypical Anxiety
- Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
- Specific Anxiety Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
Which procedures does Dr. Ashai perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Riffat Ashai 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. Ashai's office.
Does Dr. Ashai accept my insurance?
Dr. Ashai 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. Ashai accept in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Ashai in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Johns Hopkins
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Steward Health Choice
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Riffat Ashai?
Dr. Ashai has appointments available at her Columbia, MD office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Ashai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ashai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003857038.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ashai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ashai
What is Dr. Riffat Ashai's specialty?
Dr. Ashai is a Psychiatrist near Columbia, MD.
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. Ashai to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Riffat Ashai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ashai is affiliated with Greater Baltimore Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?
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Is Riffat Ashai accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?
Yes, Dr. Riffat Ashai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Riffat Ashai offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ashai, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Riffat Ashai?
Yes, Dr. Ashai offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Ashai, or contact the office for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Riffat Ashai have?
Dr. Riffat Ashai is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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