A clear overview of how the practice works, including private-pay care, out-of-network reimbursement, appointments, medication management, communication, and emergencies.
This is a private-pay practice. Dr. Novikov is not in-network with commercial insurance plans. Payment is due at the time of service.
Many patients with out-of-network mental health benefits may submit claims directly to their insurance company for possible reimbursement. Reimbursement depends entirely on your insurance plan, deductible, diagnosis, and out-of-network benefits. Reimbursement is not guaranteed.
Upon request, the practice can provide a superbill with the information typically needed for out-of-network reimbursement, including dates of service, service codes, diagnosis codes, fees paid, and provider information. Patients are responsible for submitting superbills to their insurance company.
Before scheduling, you may want to ask: Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits? What is my deductible? What percentage is reimbursed after the deductible is met? Are psychiatric evaluation, psychotherapy, medication management, and telehealth visits covered? Do I need prior authorization?
This practice does not bill Medicare or Medicaid. Patients with Medicare or Medicaid should contact the practice before scheduling to clarify whether care can be provided under applicable rules. Special Medicare and Medicaid rules may apply.
Fees are reviewed before scheduling. Initial consultations are longer and include a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation. Follow-up appointments vary depending on clinical need and whether the visit includes psychotherapy, medication management, or both.
Payment is collected at the time of service. Many patients use credit cards, debit cards, HSA cards, or FSA cards, depending on their plan rules.
Psychiatrists are medical doctors trained to evaluate both psychiatric and medical contributors to mental health symptoms. This can be especially important when symptoms are complex, diagnosis is unclear, medications are involved, or physical health, hormones, sleep, pain, neurologic illness, or other medical factors may be contributing.
The initial evaluation includes a detailed review of psychiatric symptoms, medical history, medications, prior treatment, family history, sleep, hormones, nutrition, stressors, relationships, and current goals. Recommendations may include psychotherapy, medication, diagnostic clarification, lab review, or coordination with other clinicians.
Medication is recommended only after a careful evaluation of symptoms, diagnosis, medical history, prior treatment response, risks, benefits, and patient preference. For some patients, psychotherapy or lifestyle interventions may be the main treatment. For others, medication may be an important part of care.
All medications have potential risks and benefits. Medication recommendations include a discussion of expected benefits, common side effects, clinically important risks, alternatives, and the risks of not treating. Treatment is individualized and monitored over time.
Controlled medications are prescribed only when clinically appropriate and after a complete evaluation. Treatment decisions may require prior records, diagnostic clarification, monitoring, and coordination with other clinicians when indicated.
Yes. Care may include psychotherapy, medication management, or an integrated approach. Some patients seek primarily psychotherapy; others seek medication consultation, diagnostic clarification, or combined care.
Telepsychiatry may be available for appropriate patients depending on clinical needs, location, and applicable state regulations. Some situations may require in-person evaluation or local coordination of care.
Appointments are reserved specifically for you. Missed appointments or late cancellations may be charged the full session fee. The specific cancellation window will be reviewed before scheduling.
Medication refills are handled during scheduled appointments whenever possible. Patients are encouraged to request refills before running out. Refill requests may require a follow-up appointment, especially if symptoms or side effects have changed.
Brief administrative questions may be handled between visits. New symptoms, side effects, medication changes, safety concerns, or complex clinical questions generally require a scheduled appointment.
No. This practice is not an emergency or crisis service. If you are experiencing a psychiatric or medical emergency, call 911, go to the nearest emergency department, or contact your local crisis line.
Complete the inquiry form with a brief description of what brings you in. If the practice appears to be an appropriate fit, you will receive information about availability, fees, scheduling, and next steps.