Payment Policy
Reduced fee services are available on a limited basis in unusual situations
Check or credit cards are accepted for payment at the time of the session unless other billing arrangements have been made.
Insurance
I provide therapy to clients as an “out-of-network” provider. I do not take insurance directly. I will make every effort to assist you with filing for insurance benefits and reimbursement for which you are entitled. I will provide a monthly-itemized bill of services for you to submit. Reimbursement is based on your particular policy.
Please ask your insurance company the following questions:
Do I have out-of-network mental health insurance benefits?
What is my deductible and has it been met?
How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover?
What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
No Surprises Act
As you may know, under Section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Service Act, health care providers are required to provide a “Good Faith Estimate” of expected charges to those who are not enrolled in a plan or coverage or a Federal health care program, or not seeking to file a claim with their plan or coverage both orally and in writing upon request or at the time of scheduling health care.
If you are uninsured or are enrolled but not seeking to file a claim with your plan or coverage (self-pay) you have a right to a “Good Faith Estimate” to help you estimate the expected charges you may be billed for as a result of receiving health care services with us.
During your initial phone consultation will review and explain your expected medical care cost.
Furthermore the Government Wants you to be Aware:
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item.
You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call1-800-985-3059.