Insurance
In-Network
I am currently in-network with the following insurance companies:
- Aetna
- First Choice Health Network
- Kaiser (Added Choice Plan, as a Tier 2 Provider)
- Moda
- PacificSource
- Samaritan
It is important to note that each plan can have different requirements and it is ultimately up to you to confirm your coverage and my status as an in-network provider with your specific plan. For example, I am not participating in any of the above’s CCO/Medicaid Plans.
Out-of-Network
Many insurance plans offer out-of-network benefits. Although out-of-network coverage may be limited compared to when using an in-network provider, using your out-of-network benefits allows you greater access to providers who may have the availability, the expertise, and the fit you are looking for. If that happens to mean me, I am happy to provide you the documentation needed, i.e. a Superbill, for you to seek reimbursement directly with your insurance.
Insurance Benefits
You are responsible for knowing your insurance benefits and communicating them and any future changes to me immediately. It is imperative that you inform me if you have secondary or tertiary insurance coverage and that you complete the necessary coordination of benefits paperwork with each insurer before we begin therapy together.
You can find a step-by-step guide What to Ask Insurance to help you navigate your insurance benefits and estimate your in-network or out-of-network financial responsibility but here are the basics:
What Do I Ask My Insurance Company?
- Does my health insurance plan include mental health benefits?
- Do I have a deductible? If so, what is it and how much of it have I met? Are outpatient mental health sessions subject to my deductible?
- Does my plan limit how many sessions per calendar year I can have? If so, what is the limit?
- Do I need written approval from my primary care physician in order for services to be covered?
- Do I have a co-pay or co-insurance? If yes, what is it?
- What are my telehealth benefits? Do they include video-conferencing AND phone?
Other Questions
Please see my resources, FAQs, and blog for additional guidance with navigating your health insurance benefits!