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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uppal, Psychiatrist in Goldsboro, NC?
Dr. Alok Uppal, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Goldsboro, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years. Dr. Uppal completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Neurology; St Francis Med Ctr, Psychiatry and is currently affiliated with Cherry Hospital. Dr. Uppal is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uppal’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uppal’s office.
Where did Dr. Uppal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Neurology; St Francis Med Ctr, Psychiatry | Med Center La New Orleans Lsu
Medical School: Indira Gandhi Med Coll, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla, India | Indira Gandhi National Institute of Medical Sciences
What languages does Dr. Uppal speak?
Dr. Uppal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Uppal typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Uppal 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. Uppal. 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Uppal typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Alok Uppal 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. Uppal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Uppal accept my insurance?
Dr. Uppal 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. Uppal accept in Goldsboro, NC?
Dr. Uppal in Goldsboro, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Uppal's office located?
What is Dr. Uppal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uppal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861407306.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uppal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uppal
What is Dr. Alok Uppal's specialty?
Dr. Uppal is a Psychiatrist near Goldsboro, NC.
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. Alok Uppal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uppal is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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 Alok Uppal accepting new patients in Goldsboro, NC?
Yes, Dr. Alok Uppal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alok Uppal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uppal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alok Uppal?
Please contact Dr. Uppal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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