Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afzal, Psychiatrist in Pottsville, PA?
Where did Dr. Afzal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Psychiatry; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Psychiatry
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan
Is Dr. Afzal board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Sheikh Afzal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Afzal speak?
Dr. Afzal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hindi
- Urdu
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Afzal typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Afzal 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. Afzal. 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Chronic PTSD
- Long-term Trauma Stress
- Complex PTSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4312: Post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Other Stimulant Abuse
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Stimulant Addiction
- Problematic Stimulant Use
- Amphetamine Abuse
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1510: Other stimulant abuse, uncomplicated
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
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Afzal typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Sheikh Afzal 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. Afzal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Afzal accept my insurance?
Dr. Afzal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 225-4323 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afzal accept in Pottsville, PA?
Dr. Afzal in Pottsville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
Spectrum
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Where is Dr. Afzal's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Afzal affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Afzal has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Afzal's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afzal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003824426.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afzal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afzal
What is Dr. Sheikh Afzal'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.