Summary

Dr. Naheed Akhtar is a neurologist and psychiatrist who also specializes in addiction medicine. She earned her medical degree from Quaid-E-Azam Medical College and brings 42 years of experience to her practice.

Dr. Akhtar practices at Hamilton Behavioral Health in Paramus, New Jersey. She focuses on treating mood disorders in children, anxiety disorders, and generalized anxiety disorder. Her services include counseling and comprehensive mental health assessments. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.3
  • 42 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • Quaid-E-Azam Medical College
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Hamilton Behavioral Health

300 Forest AveParamus, NJ 07652
Mon9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed

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3.3 
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42 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Urdu Speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese
Paramus , NJNew York City , NYNew York , NYLivingston , NJ
Med School: Quaid-E-Azam Medical College Med School: University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, MD Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Naheed Akhtar

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • CDPHP - PPO
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - PPO
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Naheed Akhtar has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Naheed Akhtar has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Addiction Medicine
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Clinical Depression
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Mental Illness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorder
  • Psychiatry
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Quaid-E-Azam Medical College in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Akhtar's NPI number is 1932389806.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Naheed Akhtar accepting new patients?
Dr. Naheed Akhtar has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Where is Dr. Naheed Akhtar's office located?
Dr. Naheed Akhtar's office is located at 300 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ, 07652.
Does Dr. Naheed Akhtar accept my insurance?
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