Potential new patients can submit a new patient request here. Please note that an initial 60-90 minute evaluation will cannot be scheduled until Dr. Stern and you have been able to have a brief 5-10 minute phone call discussing your target symptoms and goals.
Initial visits are consultative in nature, and consultation period may occur over several visits. This consists of collection of comprehensive health information, preliminary assessment of the nature of the problem, and recommendation for further testing or treatment. A treatment plan may include providing psychotherapy, suggesting behavioral modifications, recommending medical evaluations including labwork, prescribing medications, and other services or resources as indicated. Prescriptions may or may not be provided during consultation period. Please expect that controlled substances, including benzodiazepines (such as Xanax, Klonopin, or Valium) and stimulants (such as Adderall or Ritalin) will not be prescribed at the first visit. In some circumstances, Dr. Stern may recommend a different treatment provider and/or treatment setting as better fit to meet your needs. After Dr. Stern and you have mutually agreed to work together, you will become an active patient. Obtaining the correct diagnosis is essential to your treatment. Dr. Stern views each patient as a whole rather than a single symptom to be treated.
Payment for services is due in full at the time of service. Accepted methods of payment include cash or credit card.
Dr. Stern is not currently an outpatient provider for any managed care organization or insurance company. You will be provided with the necessary documentation if you wish to seek reimbursement from your insurance company for an out of network provider or from your HSA/FSA.
You may want to ask your insurance company the following questions regarding out of network reimbursement:
Do I have mental health benefits?
Does my plan offer out-of-network benefits that will reimburse me if I am treated by an out-of-network provider? If so, what percentage of the cost will I be reimbursed? Is my reimbursement based on a maximum allowable charge determined by the insurance company?
How long will it take for me to receive reimbursement?
Is my benefit limited to “parity” diagnoses (certain psychiatric conditions which are covered the same as medical diagnoses)?
What is my deductible and has it been met?