Does insurance cover psychiatrist visits in New Port Richey, Florida?

Yes, most Florida health insurance carriers provide mental health benefits that cover psychiatrist visits, including the initial evaluation and regular sessions (check-ins). However, the exact amount of coverage will vary based on the insurance plan details and whether the selected provider is in-network or out-of-network with your insurance. Just like any other medical professional, if the psychiatrist is in-network with your insurance, you’ll pay only a copay at each session after meeting your annual deductible. If the psychiatrist is out-of-network with your insurance, you may still be able to receive reimbursement after paying the fee. We work with: Advent HealthAdvent Health-MedicareAetnaAetna-MedicareBeaconBeacon-MedicareCentivoClaritev (MultiPlan PHCS)Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-MedicareDevoted Health Plan-MedicareEvernorth (Cigna)Evernorth (Cigna)-MedicareHealthSmartHumana-MedicareLucet (Florida Blue)Lucet (Florida Blue)-MedicareMediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)MedicareNorthwell DirectOptum, UnitedHealthcareOptum, UnitedHealthcare-MedicareOptum, UnitedHealthcare-VA Community CareOrlando HealthPartners Direct HealthProvider Network of America (PNOA)Quest Behavioral HealthSana BenefitsSana Benefits-MedicareTELUS Health (BHS)Tricare East (Humana Military) If you have a PPO or POS insurance plan (or so called “open access” plans), you can likely receive some reimbursement when you see a psychiatrist out-of-network in Florida. If you have an HMO, EPO, or Medicaid/Medicare plan, you likely cannot receive reimbursement, and would be responsible for the full out-of-network session fee. LifeStance accepts most of the commercial health insurance plans.

I don’t have insurance. How much will a psychiatrist visit be in Florida?

Initial evaluations can be around $200-$300, with subsequent meetings around $150-$250. The psychiatrist may have to order blood work, lab tests, or psychological testing, and any other investigations in order to know that there are no other medical issues causing the psychological symptoms and signs which are normally covered by insurance. If you don’t have insurance, keep in mind that these costs will be out-of-pocket.

Do psychiatrists provide talk therapy?

Some psychiatrists can provide talk therapy as a part of their treatment plan. However, they may also choose to focus more on medication management for their patients, depending on their individual training and practice style. It is important to discuss your preferences and treatment options with your psychiatrist to ensure that you receive the best care possible. If you can benefit from talk therapy, and your psychiatrist only offers medication management, they will refer you to a therapist or a psychologist within the LifeStance network that already works with your insurance.

How can I make an appointment with a psychiatrist in New Port Richey, Florida?

Once you have found your provider on the LifeStance directory, you will have an option to book an appointment online directly from the provider’s profile page or request a callback and a LifeStance representative will be in touch to help you with scheduling.

How do I find a psychiatrist in New Port Richey, Florida who offers in-person sessions?

LifeStance has approximately 24 offices in Florida, so if in-person visits are preferable to you, make sure that you select a psychiatrist that accepts patients in the mental health clinic close to you. You can also search by map to find locations in Florida near you. While some clients prefer in-person sessions because they offer a safe, neutral ground for the session to take place, for the widest range of psychiatrist options, consider expanding your search to also include doctors licensed in Florida who offer telehealth.

What questions should I ask my psychiatrist?

A few topics you may wish to ask your psychiatrist about include: diagnosis details, symptom treatment and management, medical care, treatment plans, side effects, and expectations for follow-up appointments.

Do I need to be under the care of a primary care physician (PCP) if I am considering seeing a psychiatrist?

If your insurance plan does not require a referral from your primary care physician, it is entirely up to you if you want to discuss with them about seeing a psychiatrist. Some psychiatrists would prefer to see you only after you have first gone to your primary care doctor to get a referral, but this isn’t always the case. Depending on your insurance, you may be able to see an in-person or online psychiatrist without getting a referral from your primary care provider. You can contact your insurance company to check if you need a referral to see a psychiatrist.

Find Psychiatrists & Psychiatric Clinicians in New Port Richey, Florida

Choose from approximately 5 LifeStance supported psychiatrists & nurse practitioners that serve patients in New Port Richey, Florida. Our psychiatrists see patients in 24 local offices in Florida and also provide virtual appointments throughout the state.

Jay Leathers, Psychiatrist

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Accepts: Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS), Optum (UnitedHealthcare), Centivo See all

Specialties: Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder See all

Ages Served: 18-75+

4.75 miles away

New Port Richey, FL

727-999-3311

9332 State Road 54, Suite 307

727-999-3311

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Victoria Sweeney, Nurse Practitioner

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Accepts: Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS), Optum (UnitedHealthcare), Centivo See all

Specialties: Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder See all

Ages Served: 15-75+

4.75 miles away

New Port Richey, FL

727-999-3311

9332 State Road 54, Suite 307

727-999-3311

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Pamela Sanders, Nurse Practitioner

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Accepts: Optum (UnitedHealthcare), Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS), Centivo See all

Specialties: ADHD, Attention & focus See all

Ages Served: 0-75+

4.75 miles away

Brandon, FL

813-565-3322

615 Oakfield Dr

813-565-3322

New Port Richey, FL

727-999-3311

9332 State Road 54, Suite 307

727-999-3311

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Our Top Rated Psychiatrists Serve the Tampa Metropolitan Area

Bayonet Point, Elfers, Holiday, Hudson, Trinity

Our Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Clinicians Serve the Following Tampa Metropolitan Area Neighborhoods:

New Port Richey, Florida, is home to several distinct neighborhoods. These include Gulf Harbors, a waterfront community with access to the Gulf of Mexico, and Downtown, which offers a variety of shops and restaurants. Other neighborhoods include River Ridge, known for its golf courses, and Seven Springs, which features a mix of residential and commercial areas.

FAQs about how to find a LifeStance supported psychiatrist in New Port Richey, Florida

Yes, most Florida health insurance carriers provide mental health benefits that cover psychiatrist visits, including the initial evaluation and regular sessions (check-ins). However, the exact amount of coverage will vary based on the insurance plan details and whether the selected provider is in-network or out-of-network with your insurance. Just like any other medical professional, if the psychiatrist is in-network with your insurance, you’ll pay only a copay at each session after meeting your annual deductible. If the psychiatrist is out-of-network with your insurance, you may still be able to receive reimbursement after paying the fee.

We work with:

Advent Health
Advent Health-Medicare
Aetna
Aetna-Medicare
Beacon
Beacon-Medicare
Centivo
Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-Medicare
Devoted Health Plan-Medicare
Evernorth (Cigna)
Evernorth (Cigna)-Medicare
HealthSmart
Humana-Medicare
Lucet (Florida Blue)
Lucet (Florida Blue)-Medicare
MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
Medicare
Northwell Direct
Optum, UnitedHealthcare
Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicare
Optum, UnitedHealthcare-VA Community Care
Orlando Health
Partners Direct Health
Provider Network of America (PNOA)
Quest Behavioral Health
Sana Benefits
Sana Benefits-Medicare
TELUS Health (BHS)
Tricare East (Humana Military)

If you have a PPO or POS insurance plan (or so called “open access” plans), you can likely receive some reimbursement when you see a psychiatrist out-of-network in Florida.

If you have an HMO, EPO, or Medicaid/Medicare plan, you likely cannot receive reimbursement, and would be responsible for the full out-of-network session fee. LifeStance accepts most of the commercial health insurance plans.