Akel Ahmad, NP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Ahmad Nurse Practitioner
1538548516Is Akel Ahmad, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Akel Ahmad, NP has a trust score of 75/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Reno. With 11 years of practice (above the local average of 9), they have solid experience.
The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Ahmad's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a psych/mental health nurse practitioner?
Psychiatric-mental health NPs (PMHNPs) diagnose and treat mental health conditions, including medication management and therapy.
When to see one: For depression, anxiety, ADHD, or psychiatric medication management.
More about psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioners →Trust Verification
- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Nurse practitioners in Reno, NV
Reno has 707 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 9 years in practice, and 54 focused on psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner. Nevada nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the Nevada State Board of Nursing, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
11
Years practicing
9
Avg in Reno
707
Nurse Practitioners in Reno
NP
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Ahmad's license is active and unrestricted with the Nevada board of nursing (link on this page).
- Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
- Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
- Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.
Frequently asked questions
Is Akel Ahmad, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Akel Ahmad, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1538548516) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Nevada State Board of Nursing — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Akel Ahmad, NP?
Akel Ahmad, NP has approximately 11 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Reno has about 9 years. There are 707 nurse practitioners in Reno, including 54 with a psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Akel Ahmad, NP located?
Akel Ahmad, NP practices at Ahmad Nurse Practitioner, 180 W HUFFAKER LN STE 302, Reno, NV 89511. Phone: (775) 235-6401.
Related reading
Choosing a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
PMHNPs are a growing option for mental-health medication management.
Can Nurse Practitioners Prescribe Medication?
In most states NPs can prescribe, including many controlled substances.
How to Verify an NP's License
Confirming an active license and clean record is a smart first step.
Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Nevada State Board of Nursing, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Ahmad's current standing at the source:
Look up on the state boardWe link to the official board rather than republishing discipline records, so you always see the most current, authoritative status.
Quick Facts
- Focus
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Credential
- NP
- Gender
- Male
- NPI Since
- 05/24/2015