Frank Pechal, MD,
About Frank Pechal (He/Him)
Dr. Frank Pechal, M.D., provides compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults across South Carolina, helping patients find relief from complex mental health concerns through individualized medication management. He partners with patients to better understand their symptoms, improve daily functioning, and support long-term stability. Dr. Pechal treats adults and seniors with a range of conditions, including ADHD, depression, and anxiety, while also supporting individuals facing co-occurring or complex psychiatric needs. His practice emphasizes thoughtful diagnosis, medication optimization, and ongoing monitoring to promote meaningful progress. Dr. Pechal has extensive experience working with diverse populations, including military service members and veterans, first responders, and individuals with developmental disabilities. He understands the unique stressors these groups may encounter and integrates that awareness into tailored treatment plans. In addition to his primary specialties, he has experience addressing other concerns such as bipolar disorder, trauma-related conditions, sleep disturbances, and substance use challenges. Dr. Pechal’s focus on medication management ensures that each patient’s treatment is carefully adjusted based on their response, medical history, and personal goals. Outside of his clinical practice, Dr. Pechal enjoys playing golf and staying current with advancements in medicine and psychiatry through reading and research, reflecting his ongoing commitment to high-quality patient care.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Psychiatry/Medication Management: Ages 18-75+
Areas of Focus
Psychiatry/Medication Management
Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.
- Dementia & memory issues
- Hallucinations
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- Sexual trauma
- Trauma & PTSD
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
- ADHD
- Aging
- Alcohol use
- Anger issues
- Anxiety
- Attention & focus
- Autism: generally independent
- Bipolar Disorder
- Brain/head injuries (TBI)
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Career & work issues
- Caregiving
- Depression/feeling down
- Drug/substance use
- Empty nesters
- End-of-life challenges
- First responder stress
- Gambling
- Grief & loss
- Hoarding
- Intense mood changes
- Men's health/issues
- Military & veteran
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Other addictive behaviors
- Other neurological conditions
- Panic attacks
- Parenthood
- Phobias
- Pornography/sexual behaviors
- Retirement
- Self-esteem
- Self-injury or cutting
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Stress management
- Stroke-related conditions
- Unhealthy eating habits
- Video game/internet
Insurances Accepted
- Absolute Total Care
- Aetna
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Curative
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Promise Health Plan (Prisma)
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
Languages
- English
Education
- North Carolina State University
- University Central Del Este
- American University of the Caribbean, School of Medicine
- ECFMG: 325-234-3 - 7/23/1980
Locations
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Questions About
Frank Pechal
Please call us at 839-213-6429 to schedule an appointment with Frank Pechal.
Frank Pechal generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist. Please call 839-213-6429 to find out Frank Pechal's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Frank Pechal:
- Absolute Total Care
- Aetna
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Curative
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Promise Health Plan (Prisma)
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 839-213-6429 to see how we can help.
Yes, Frank Pechal is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Frank Pechal works at:
Yes, Frank Pechal does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Frank Pechal is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: