Posted by judy1 on November 12, 2002, at 11:49:10
In reply to Re: looking over therapist's/psychiatrist's shoulder » BeardedLady, posted by ShelliR on November 10, 2002, at 20:36:31
I think the average insurance policy covers 20 visits/year except in CA (and other states) where they have parity for severe mental disorders- schizophrenia, bipolar, MDD, and panic I think. Since I'm in that category there is no limit to visits, and yes at times I've required daily visits to stay out of the hospital which they approved. Unfortunately my shrink isn't on the plan, although I found out my therapist is and although she has to make monthly requests, they do provide unlimited visits with a $15 co-pay. My shrink is $200 (does therapy and meds) and I pay him out of my husbands pre-tax health contribution plan. take care, judy
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