By not relying on insurance for payment, patients are provided with a superior level of care in terms of the duration and frequency of appointments, flexibility of scheduling, and independence and flexibility in shaping the treatment plan, as well as maximum privacy and confidentiality with your personal health information.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” title=”Rates”][vc_column_text]
Dr. Khinda’s fees are comparable to other child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrists in NY, NJ, and CT. Please contact Dr. Khinda directly to discuss the rates.
Payment is collected at the time of the session.
All credit, debit, HSA, and FSA cards are accepted. Personal checks or cash are not accepted. You will be provided with a receipt and an invoice for each session. There are NO ADDITIONAL FEES for brief telephone calls, prescription refills or sessions involving family or significant others. However, controlled substances will not be refilled without coming in for an appointment. This is done both to ensure patient safety and to meet DEA requirements.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][toggle color=”Default” title=”Cancellation Policy”][vc_column_text]If you do not show up for your scheduled appointment, and you have not notified of the cancellation at least 24 hours in advance, you will be required to pay the full cost of the session.[/vc_column_text][/toggle][/toggles][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#ffffff” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”50″ constrain_group_1=”yes” bottom_padding=”50″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” id=”thr-sec” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css_animation=”bounceInRight”]
Getting Started:
Dr. Khinda offers a complimentary 15-minute consultation via phone.
Once a mutual agreement to engage in treatment takes place, Dr. Khinda will schedule a 1-hour initial session for a deep exploration of your concerns. Initial appointments with children and adolescents will be scheduled for 90 minutes for collaboration of care with parents, schools, pediatricians, etc.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=”bounceInRight”]
Appointment Length
The initial appointment is 1 hour for adults and 90 minutes for children & adolescents. All subsequent therapy and psychopharmacology sessions are up to 45 minutes or less. Sessions may be shorter upon request, however, all sessions are the same fee.
What happens in the first appointment?
Dr. Khinda will collect a thorough medical and psychiatric history and address the issues that brought you in. At the end of the session, Dr. Khinda will offer recommendations and produce a treatment plan. Sometimes this may be a referral to another treatment setting. Medication prescriptions are sometimes but not always written in the first session.
What should I bring to the first appointment?
In preparation for the initial evaluation, please bring the following paperwork (if applicable):
- Neuropsychological/Psychological Evaluations
- Academic Evaluations (IEPs) and Report Cards
- Prior psychiatric evaluations
- Recent physical exams and specialty medical assessments
- Recent bloodwork/laboratory results
- List of current prescriptions and over-the-counter medications
- Contact information for PCP, current mental health care providers, or school personnel
Frequency of Appointments :
For medication only, sessions occur every 1-3 months but are more frequent at the beginning of treatment, for instance, they can occur every two weeks for the first 1-2 months of treatment. For psychotherapy sessions, the frequency can be weekly, twice weekly, or every two weeks.
Prescription Issues :
If you are running low on your medications, please contact Dr. Khinda a few days before you are due for a refill. Pharmacies may not have your medication in stock, which can cause a delay depending on the pharmacy or medication.
If the decision is made to start a new medication, this may require prior authorization. Please allow 7 business days for prior authorizations.
Emergencies :
In the event of a life-threatening emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/4″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”42″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text]
