Erika Oquendo, NP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Oquendo Nurse Practitioner
1851764161Is Erika Oquendo, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Erika Oquendo, NP has a trust score of 75/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Avondale. With 11 years of practice (above the local average of 7), 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 Oquendo'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 Avondale, AZ
Avondale has 97 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 7 years in practice, and 25 focused on psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner. Arizona nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the Arizona State Board of Nursing, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
11
Years practicing
7
Avg in Avondale
97
Nurse Practitioners in Avondale
NP
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Oquendo's license is active and unrestricted with the Arizona 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 Erika Oquendo, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Erika Oquendo, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1851764161) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Arizona State Board of Nursing — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Erika Oquendo, NP?
Erika Oquendo, NP has approximately 11 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Avondale has about 7 years. There are 97 nurse practitioners in Avondale, including 25 with a psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Erika Oquendo, NP located?
Erika Oquendo, NP practices at Oquendo Nurse Practitioner, 506 E WESTERN AVE STE 104, Avondale, AZ 85323. Phone: (602) 230-7373.
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 Arizona State Board of Nursing, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Oquendo'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
- Female
- NPI Since
- 11/09/2015