In addition to the treatment of common conditions such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder, areas of professional expertise include the assessment/treatment of psychological and cognitive symptoms secondary to medical diagnoses (e.g. brain injury, cancer, neurological disorders, chronic health conditions) and geriatric related concerns (e.g. healthy aging, memory loss, caregiver stress). I've had many years of working on interdisciplinary treatment teams comprised of multiple professional disciplines. I highly value giving attention to the whole person, the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of health and well-being.
Procedures & payment
Individual Therapy
The initial visit (or two) will consist of gathering information regarding your current status as well as any pertinent history. Length of time is approximately one hour. Each additional visit will also be approximately one hour. Other time frames available upon request. Amount and frequency of visits will be determined by the situation at hand and decided upon together.
Payment
Payment is due at the time of service. In NC, I am an in-network provider with BCBS and United Health Care/Optum as well as a participating provider with Medicare. For these insurances, you will only be responsible for your co-pay/coinsurance at the time of service.
For insurance carriers in NC other than those listed above, my services will be considered out-of-network. Full payment will be due at the time of service. I can provide a bill containing all necessary information should you chose to submit this to your insurance company. I cannot guarantee your insurance company's reimbursement. If you plan to utilize your insurance plan, it is recommended that you contact your insurance company and confirm coverage for the services you are seeking. The following questions can be helpful when speaking with your insurance company:
- do I have mental health coverage with my insurance plan
- what is the reimbursement rate for out of network providers
- do I have a deductible to meet before services are reimbursed
- do I have a copay
- is there a limit to number of visits covered per year
- is a referral from my primary care physician required for services
to be covered/reimbursed
- what do I need to do obtain reimbursement (i.e. how to file a
claim)
Please note, should you utilize your insurance plan, a diagnosis must be provided to your insurance company, the company may request ongoing records, and insurance parameters may set specific constraints on amount of services provided.
I am licensed to practice in NC (#3855) and SC (#1136).
Good Faith Estimate
Notice: You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost
Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.
• 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 call 800-985-3059.
