Insurance & payment
Transparent about coverage. Focused on your care.
We accept many major insurance plans and can help verify benefits before your first visit. If your plan is not listed, reach out. We may still be able to help.
Care across California
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Accepted plans
Insurance partners we work with.
Plan benefits differ by employer, location, and coverage level. We will help you understand what applies to your care.
Aetna
Commercial & HMO
Cigna
Cigna Behavioral Health
UHC/Optum
UnitedHealthcare & Optum
Anthem BCBS
Anthem Blue Cross
Carelon
Behavioral health network
Saga
Saga Health
Tricare
Military & veterans
Sutter Health
Sutter Health plans
Blue Shield of California
Blue Shield of California
MultiPlan
MultiPlan network
Medi-Cal
California Medicaid
Health Net
CA managed care
Covered California
Marketplace plans
Plans marked pending are shown for transparency and are not currently available for billing through our practice. Insurance acceptance is subject to change. Contact us to confirm your specific plan and coverage before scheduling.
Private pay
Prefer to pay directly?
We offer competitive self-pay rates for patients without insurance coverage or whose plan does not cover psychiatric services. Contact us for current pricing.
Ask about private payWhat we can verify
- Whether your plan is in network
- Copay, deductible, and coinsurance details
- Whether prior authorization may be required
Depending on your plan, you may be responsible for co-pays, deductibles, or co-insurance amounts. We will provide a clear cost estimate before services begin and offer flexible payment arrangements when needed.
How it works
How prior authorization works.
Our team handles the full authorization process so you can focus on your care.
Psychiatric Evaluation
Your provider conducts a comprehensive evaluation to establish a diagnosis and determine the appropriate level of care.
Insurance Verification
Our team contacts your insurer to verify mental health benefits, eligibility, and prior authorization requirements.
Authorization Request
We submit the clinical documentation and authorization request to your insurance plan on your behalf.
Approval & Scheduling
Once approved, we coordinate your ongoing care schedule based on the authorized services and your availability.
Ongoing Renewals
We track authorization periods and proactively submit renewals before they expire so your care is never interrupted.
Insurance questions
A few common things people ask.
Is psychiatric care covered by insurance in California?
Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most insurance plans must cover mental health and psychiatric services at the same level as medical services. Our team will verify your specific coverage before your first appointment.
What if my insurance is not listed?
We periodically add new payer contracts. Contact us with your insurance information and we will verify whether we can accept it or help you explore self-pay options.
What is prior authorization for psychiatric care?
Prior authorization means your insurance plan must approve certain psychiatric services before they begin. We handle this entire process for you, including clinical documentation and follow-up with your insurer.
How long does authorization take?
Standard authorization requests typically take 3 to 10 business days depending on the insurer. We will keep you updated and will not start services until coverage is confirmed.
Your care, your pace
Have a coverage question?
Send us your plan name and we will help you understand the next step.