Rates & Insurance
PROFESSIONAL FEES:
The standard fee for the initial intake is $300.00 and each subsequent session is $250.00. Reduced fee services are available on a limited basis. The fee for psychoeducational evaluations varies based on the complexity of the evaluation. We will discuss and agree upon a fee prior to commencement of the evaluation. On average, the fee for a psychoeducational evaluation is between $3,500.00 and $4,500.00.
In addition to weekly appointments, it is our practice to charge this amount on a prorated basis (We will break down the hourly cost) for other professional services that you may require such as report writing, telephone conversations that last longer than 15 minutes, attendance at meetings or consultations which you have requested, or the time required to perform any other service which you may request of me. If you anticipate becoming involved in a court case, we recommend that we discuss this fully before you waive your right to confidentiality. If your case requires my participation, you will be expected to pay for the professional time required even if another party compels me to testify.
INSURANCE:
Dr. Merriman partners with Headway (headway.co/) to accept Aetna and Anthem. Our other clinicians are "out of network" providers and do not accept any insurance as primary pay. However, many insurance plans afford “Out-of-Network Provider” benefits to their subscribers. If this is the case, you may be able to obtain some reimbursement for the services we provide. Some plans require that a deductible be met before reimbursement can occur. Please note that not all insurance companies reimburse for out-of-network providers. It is your responsibility to contact your insurance to discuss your out-of-network provider benefits and the claim filing procedures of your insurance company. To assist you in obtaining reimbursement, we will, the extent possible, complete any required forms and/or provide documentation required by your insurance company. However, it is your responsibility to file these claims and fee for service is still due at the time of your session (unless prior arrangements have been made).
The standard fee for the initial intake is $300.00 and each subsequent session is $250.00. Reduced fee services are available on a limited basis. The fee for psychoeducational evaluations varies based on the complexity of the evaluation. We will discuss and agree upon a fee prior to commencement of the evaluation. On average, the fee for a psychoeducational evaluation is between $3,500.00 and $4,500.00.
In addition to weekly appointments, it is our practice to charge this amount on a prorated basis (We will break down the hourly cost) for other professional services that you may require such as report writing, telephone conversations that last longer than 15 minutes, attendance at meetings or consultations which you have requested, or the time required to perform any other service which you may request of me. If you anticipate becoming involved in a court case, we recommend that we discuss this fully before you waive your right to confidentiality. If your case requires my participation, you will be expected to pay for the professional time required even if another party compels me to testify.
INSURANCE:
Dr. Merriman partners with Headway (headway.co/) to accept Aetna and Anthem. Our other clinicians are "out of network" providers and do not accept any insurance as primary pay. However, many insurance plans afford “Out-of-Network Provider” benefits to their subscribers. If this is the case, you may be able to obtain some reimbursement for the services we provide. Some plans require that a deductible be met before reimbursement can occur. Please note that not all insurance companies reimburse for out-of-network providers. It is your responsibility to contact your insurance to discuss your out-of-network provider benefits and the claim filing procedures of your insurance company. To assist you in obtaining reimbursement, we will, the extent possible, complete any required forms and/or provide documentation required by your insurance company. However, it is your responsibility to file these claims and fee for service is still due at the time of your session (unless prior arrangements have been made).