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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uzokwe, Psychiatrist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Festus Uzokwe, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Uzokwe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uzokwe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uzokwe’s office at (713) 360-7972.
Is Dr. Uzokwe board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Festus Uzokwe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Uzokwe speak?
Dr. Uzokwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Uzokwe typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Uzokwe 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. Uzokwe. 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:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Depression
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Uzokwe typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Festus Uzokwe 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. Uzokwe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Uzokwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Uzokwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 360-7972 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uzokwe accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Uzokwe in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Uzokwe's office located?
Dr. Festus Uzokwe's Primary Practice
9100 Southwest Fwy Ste 121
Houston, TX 77074
(713) 360-7972
What is Dr. Uzokwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uzokwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275532046.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uzokwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uzokwe
What is Dr. Festus Uzokwe's specialty?
Dr. Uzokwe is a Psychiatrist near Houston, TX.
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. Festus Uzokwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uzokwe is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Festus Uzokwe accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Festus Uzokwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Festus Uzokwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uzokwe's office at (713) 360-7972 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Festus Uzokwe?
Please contact Dr. Uzokwe's office at (713) 360-7972 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Festus Uzokwe have?
Dr. Festus Uzokwe is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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