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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Byrd, Psychiatrist in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. Walter Byrd, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Morgantown, WV. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Byrd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Byrd’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Byrd’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Byrd?
Dr. Walter Byrd, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Psychiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Byrd empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anxiety & Mood Disorders, Behavioral Disorders, Psychopharmacology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Morgantown/WV community, Dr. Byrd is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Byrd speak?
Dr. Byrd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Byrd treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Byrd 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. Byrd. 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.
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Hypomania
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar with mild mania
- Hypomanic bipolar
- Bipolar II disorder
- Psychotic mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features with psychosis
- Bipolar mixed episode with delusions
- Moderate bipolar depression
- Moderate depressive phase of bipolar
- Significant low mood in bipolar
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F310: Bipolar disorder, current episode hypomanic
- F3164: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, with psychotic features
- F3132: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, moderate
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
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
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Byrd perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Walter Byrd may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Byrd's office.
Does Dr. Byrd accept my insurance?
Dr. Byrd 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. Byrd accept in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. Byrd in Morgantown, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of West Virginia
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Where is Dr. Byrd's office located?
What is Dr. Byrd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Byrd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427023985.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Byrd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Byrd
What is Dr. Walter Byrd's specialty?
Dr. Byrd is a Psychiatrist near Morgantown, WV.
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.
Contact Dr. Byrd to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Walter Byrd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Byrd is affiliated with WVU Medicine - J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital 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 Walter Byrd accepting new patients in Morgantown, WV?
Yes, Dr. Walter Byrd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Byrd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Byrd's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Byrd?
Please contact Dr. Byrd's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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930 Chestnut Ridge Rd
Morgantown, WV 26505