Rates
$150 per 50-minute session

We make every effort to keep our fees reasonable to ensure that our services are accessible to clients. Therefore, our current fees reflect the mid-range of fees typically charged within the profession for diagnostic, therapeutic, consultative, and related services.  Please refer to the Attachment, Current Fees for Services for detailed information about fees. 

PAYMENTS & BILLING: 

We appreciate payment in full (of your co-payment or designated session fee) at the time of each visit. Please note that any amount due that is not paid by insurance is your financial responsibility. Your payment may be made by cash, check, VISA, MasterCard, or Discover.  Credit card payments require a signed authorization and can be made in person or via phone.  Cash and personal check payments are accepted in the office or by mail.  For your convenience, a monthly billing statement reflecting receipt of payments and the current balance of your account will be mailed to you.  If there is a financial agreement between parents and/or if you are involved in financial negotiations as the result of a separation or divorce, that is your private business. We are not responsible for maintaining financial arrangements made between parents, under any circumstances. In these and in all cases, we require that the responsible party or parties provide written authorization indicating full responsibility for payment. All billing will be sent to the person(s) authorized as responsible for this account. All account inquiries should be directed to the Office Manager.  

Special Circumstances:

Please remember that is your responsibility to notify us if any problem arises regarding your ability to make timely payments. A payment plan will be considered at times of financial hardship.  To inquire about arranging a payment plan, contact the Office Manager. 

INSURANCE COVERAGE: 

Our practice is part of the Blue Cross/Blue Shield (BC/BS) PPO Network.  Our contract with BC/BS PPO usually ensures some payment for services rendered.  However, as with all insurance coverage, payments are made by BC/BS with consideration of your contract deductible and co-payment responsibilities.  As part of our contract with BC/BS PPO, we agree to accept payments based on the fees BC/BS determines as “allowable,” (this rate is sometimes referred to as “usual and customary”).  The terms of our contract often reduce the financial responsibility of our clients.  However, our agreement with BC/BS PPO rarely eliminates the client’s financial responsibility altogether.  Due to the differences in coverage from plan to plan, we recommend that you call your insurance carrier to verify your deductible and co-payment responsibilities as well as the portion /percentage of our fees covered by your specific plan. 

If you have a health insurance plan other than BC/BS, it is possible that our services will be covered at “out of network” rates or may not be covered at all.  Once again, insurance benefits payable will depend on the terms of your insurance contract.  Please call your insurance carrier to verify your deductible and co-payment responsibilities as well as the portion/percentage of our fees covered by your specific plan. 

Further, some insurance companies require you to call them for “preauthorization/precertification”of services before your first visit.  Neglecting this responsibility, when required, may result in a loss or reduction of benefits.  Thus, we strongly advise you to contact a representative of your insurance carrier before your first appointment.  Please call our office if, after your call to your insurance company, you need additional help understanding your coverage.  We are happy to assist you in any way we can.   

Insurance
Services may be covered in full or in part by your health insurance or employee benefit plan. Please check your coverage carefully by asking the following questions:

• Do I have mental health benefits?
• What is my deductible and has it been met?
• How many sessions per calendar year does my plan cover?
• How much does my plan cover for an out-of-network provider?
• What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
• Is approval required from my primary care physician?

Reduced Fee
Reduced fee services are available on a limited basis.

Payment
Cash, check and all major credit cards accepted for payment.
 

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Cancellation Policy
If you do not show up for your scheduled appointment, and you have not notified us at least 24 hours in advance, you will be required to pay the full cost of the treatment as booked.

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Contact
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