Question 1

What are your rates?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety & OCD Treatment Services’ fees are charged for professional time. Our fees take into account the specialized services that we provide and the experience and expertise of our providers. The fee for the initial assessment session is $250. For therapy appointments, a standard 50-minute session is $190. Note that our treatment providers bill in 5-minute increments for sessions that are shorter or longer. We also bill for our professional services in 5-minute increments. Professional services include phone calls with you or a third party, consultation with other professionals, report writing, letters of opinion, preparation of records or treatment summaries, and time spent performing any other service you may request. Credit cards are kept on file in the patient portal and are automatically charged on the date of service.   Initial intake appointment (60 min) - $250 Therapy sessions (50 min) - $190*      *prorated in 5-min increments for sessions that are shorter or longer

Question 2

Do you take insurance?

Accepted Answer

Like many other treatment providers who specialize in treating those with anxiety and related disorders, Anxiety & OCD Treatment Services is private pay only and we are not contracted with any health insurance carriers, nor do we file any insurance claims. Payment is due in full at the time of service. We do provide you with a "superbill" that has all of the necessary information required by your insurance company to submit a claim for out-of-network reimbursement, should you choose to do so. Typically, out-of-network benefits include a deductible that must be met before partial reimbursement for services are paid by an insurance company.

Question 3

How do I find out more information about my insurance's out-of-network benefits?

Accepted Answer

We strongly encourage our clients to call their insurance companies to inquire about their benefits prior to starting therapy. Here are some questions to ask regarding out-of-network benefits:   What are your "out-of-network" benefits for outpatient psychotherapy? What is the annual deductible? When does my deductible reset (start of year or another date)? How much do I have remaining before my deductible is met? What is the amount reimbursed (after the deductible has been met) for the following services (CPT codes): Initial evaluation - 90791 ($250) Individual psychotherapy - 90834 ($190 for 50-min), 90832 ($95 for 25-min), and 90837 ($228 for 60-min) Do you provide reimbursement for services provided by telehealth? Noted that this is identified as place of service [POS] code of 10 Are there limits to the number of visits per week or year? Please make sure to take notes of your call, including the date, time, name of customer service representative, and reference number for the call.

Question 4

How do I get reimbursed from my insurance company for out-of-network services?

Accepted Answer

Through our client portal, we provide monthly superbills (i.e., statements for insurance reimbursement) that clients can use to submit claims to their insurance companies for out-of-network benefits. On the 1st of each month, clients of Anxiety & OCD Treatment Services receive an email notifying them that their superbills/statements for insurance reimbursement are available through the client portal. Below are the links for various insurance carriers, with instructions for how to submit out-of-network claims using the provided superbill:  Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Iowa and Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa - Under the "Claims" dropdown, you'll find a claims form and a link for submitting the claims forms electronically  We can help with Section 2 (Provider information) and sign the form. Please contact us at admin@anxietytreatmentonline.com for assistance with Wellmark claims forms  Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Alabama - complete the claims form and mail it along with your superbill to the address provided on the form  United Healthcare - complete the claims form and mail it along with your superbill to the address on the back of your health plan ID card All information needed in the "Provider Information" section can be found on the superbill Tip to ensure payment is made directly to you: Do not check this box under the "Assignment of Benefits" section where it says 'please check this box if you want UnitedHealthcare to pay benefits directly to the doctor/provider.'  It is important that the benefits are paid to YOU  American Behavioral or Uprise Health (Auburn University employees) - sign into the member portal to submit claims electronically (under "My Transactions")  Aetna - complete the claims form and mail it along with your superbill to the address on the back of your health plan ID card Tip to ensure payment is made directly to you: Do not sign item 28, as this authorizes payment directly to the provider, and it is important that the benefits are paid directly to YOU We can assist with Items 29-48 (Physician information) and sign the form. Please contact us at admin@anxietytreatmentonline.com for assistance with Aetna claims forms  Cigna - complete the claims form and mail it along with your superbill to the address provided on the form Tip to ensure payment is made directly to you: Do not sign under the "Payment Instructions" section,  as this authorizes payment directly to the provider, and it is important that the benefits are paid directly to YOU  Humana - complete the claims form and mail it along with your superbill to the address on the back of your health plan ID card All information needed on the claims can be found on the superbill Tip to ensure payment is made directly to you: Do not sign where it says 'if payment is to be sent directly to provider,' as this authorizes payment directly to the provider, and it is important that the benefits are paid directly to YOU

Question 5

What type(s) of treatment do your providers specialize in?

Accepted Answer

All of our providers specialize in the provision of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which refers to a collection of treatments that are well-established and highly effective. Within CBT, exposure-based therapies such as exposure and response prevention (ERP) are considered to be the most effective treatments for anxiety and OCD-spectrum conditions. All of our providers are experts in the delivery of exposure-based treatments, and also incorporate other evidence-based treatment techniques such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.

Question 6

Do your providers belong to any professional associations?

Accepted Answer

All of our providers have a commitment to continued learning and education so that we can stay atop of the most recent research advances and provide the best care for our clients. Across our anxiety specialists, we are professional members of a number of national and international organizations, including:   International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT) Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors  National Register of Health Service Psychologists American Psychological Association Society of Clinical Psychology (APA Div 12)

Question 7

Do you offer free consultations?

Accepted Answer

We want to ensure that you find a provider who is a good fit for you, that online therapy is appropriate, and that you get answers to any questions that you may have prior to starting treatment. Therefore, we offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to prospective clients.

Question 8

What should I expect for the first appointment(s)?

Accepted Answer

We do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach, and instead, strive to tailor treatment to each client. Thus, as the very first step in the treatment process, it is essential that we conduct a comprehensive assessment in order to obtain baseline information and to help determine the best course of treatment. After completing intake paperwork and questionnaires, the initial assessment is scheduled for 60 minutes. However, it often takes multiple assessment sessions to complete the assessment process, depending on the complexity of the client’s presenting problem(s). Following the assessment process, your provider will give you feedback and provide you with recommendations for treatment. You and your provider will work together to determine your treatment goals and develop an initial treatment plan.

Question 9

How frequent are therapy sessions?

Accepted Answer

Therapy sessions are generally scheduled on a weekly basis, though your provider may make a different recommendation depending on a number of factors (presenting concerns, severity of symptoms, treatment progress). Some individuals start with twice weekly appointments if their symptoms are more severe and impairing. As clients make progress, they are usually seen less frequently. We do our best to arrange a regular session time for each client.

Question 10

How long does therapy last?

Accepted Answer

Treatment length and treatment outcomes depend on a number of factors such as the extent to which your problems are interfering with your life, whether you attend regular appointments, your level of engagement in therapy, and whether you are actively applying the skills that you learn in treatment. In order to be most successful, it is imperative that you work on things that you discuss with your provider outside of sessions (these are often referred to as "between-session exercises" or "homework").

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TREATMENT SERVICES

OFFERING ONLINE THERAPY TO IOWA, ALABAMA, FLORIDA,
WASHINGTON, AND MICHIGAN RESIDENTS

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ANXIETY & OCD TREATMENT SERVICES

OFFERING ONLINE THERAPY TO IOWA, ALABAMA, FLORIDA, WASHINGTON, AND MICHIGAN RESIDENTS

Contact Information

Mailing Address

ANXIETY & OCD
TREATMENT SERVICES

OFFERING ONLINE THERAPY TO IOWA, ALABAMA, FLORIDA,
WASHINGTON, AND MICHIGAN RESIDENTS