24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abel, Psychiatrist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Rolf Lennart Abel, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Abel completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Psychiatry. Dr. Abel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abel’s office at (570) 820-6028.
Where did Dr. Abel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Psychiatry
Medical School: University Wurzburg, Med Fak, Wurzburg, Germany
What languages does Dr. Abel speak?
Dr. Abel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Abel typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Abel 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. Abel. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Depression
- Dysthymia
- Persistent Depressive Disorder
- Chronic Depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F341: Dysthymic disorder
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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:
- Toxic brain damage
- Toxic encephalopathy
- Brain damage from toxins
- Drug-induced brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G928: Other toxic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Abel typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Rolf Lennart Abel 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. Abel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Abel accept my insurance?
Dr. Abel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 820-6028 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abel accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Abel in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
New Era Life Insurance
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Abel's office located?
Dr. Rolf Lennart Abel's Primary Practice
1000 E Mountain Dr
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
(570) 820-6028
What is Dr. Abel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427048917.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abel
What is Dr. Rolf Lennart Abel's specialty?
Dr. Abel is a Psychiatrist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
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. Rolf Lennart Abel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abel is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Rolf Lennart Abel accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Rolf Lennart Abel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rolf Lennart Abel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abel's office at (570) 820-6028 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rolf Lennart Abel?
Please contact Dr. Abel's office at (570) 820-6028 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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