Nkechi Akpati, NP, CA | Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatry)

About Nkechi Akpati

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Nkechi Akpati

UpLift Behavioral Health providers do not issue prescriptions for substances controlled by any federal or state agency or other drugs that may be harmful because of their potential for abuse. UpLift Behavioral Health reserves the right to limit the types of medications that may be prescribed by its doctors and nurse practitioners. All prescriptions furnished by UpLift Behavioral Health care providers are issued in accordance with applicable federal and state law as well as UpLift Behavioral Health policy. Nkechi Akpati, DNP, PMHNP-BC is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has 7 years’ experience as a PMHNP in outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital care. A Doctorate degree in Nursing Practice affords her the ability to utilize evidence-based practice and a wealth of clinical knowledge to provide excellent care to patients. She specializes in mood and psychotic disorders, and other mental ailments. She is proficient in performing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, and managing complex medication regimen. She believes in holistic and collaborative approach, empathetic care, and staying current with innovations in behavioral health.

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More information on payments and coverage

I see patients through UpLift. When you create your profile, you will input your insurance information and the team will reach out with your copay amount. If you do not have insurance, I also take cash pay clients. The UpLift team will work directly with you to inform you of payments due. The prices for visits are dependent on your co-pay amount through your insurance. If you are a cash-pay client, our price is $199 for the intake appointment and $150 for follow up appointments.

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Bipolar disorder

Depression

Schizophrenia

Bipolar disorder

Depression

Schizophrenia

Education and background

Practice names

UpLift

Education and training

California State University, Los Angeles, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing

NPI number

1558871020

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What practice does Nkechi Akpati work with?

Nkechi Akpati works with UpLift.

What are common reasons for patients to see Nkechi Akpati?

Nkechi Akpati frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Nkechi Akpati on their profile.

What languages does Nkechi Akpati speak?

Nkechi Akpati speaks English.

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