28 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Namasivayam, Psychiatrist in Knoxville, TN?
Where did Dr. Namasivayam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Pa Child Guidance Center | PCOM/Pennsylvania Hospital Program
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania | Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Namasivayam board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Karthi Namasivayam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Namasivayam speak?
Dr. Namasivayam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Tamil
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Namasivayam typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Namasivayam 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. Namasivayam. 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:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
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
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety 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
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Namasivayam typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Karthi Namasivayam 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. Namasivayam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Namasivayam accept my insurance?
Dr. Namasivayam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 965-8866 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Namasivayam accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Namasivayam in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
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Where is Dr. Namasivayam's office located?
Dr. Karthi Namasivayam's Primary Practice
5724 Western Ave
Knoxville, TN 37921
(269) 965-8866
What hospitals are Dr. Namasivayam affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Namasivayam has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Namasivayam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Namasivayam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437145448.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Namasivayam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Namasivayam
What is Dr. Karthi Namasivayam's specialty?
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.