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Aetna Medicare Advantage and Mental Health Care in Washington
Looking for mental health care with Aetna Medicare Advantage?
Finding mental health care after enrolling in a Medicare Advantage plan can raise a lot of questions.
Is the provider in-network? Do you need a referral? What will the visit cost? Are telehealth appointments covered?
The answers depend on your specific plan.
Meaningful Psychiatry can help you understand what information is available to our office, but you should always confirm your individual Aetna Medicare Advantage benefits directly with Aetna.
What should you check before scheduling?
Ask Aetna:
- Is Meaningful Psychiatry in-network for my exact plan?
- Is the provider I want to see in-network?
- Are outpatient psychiatric services covered?
- Are telehealth visits covered?
- Do I need a referral?
- What is my copay or coinsurance?
- Do I need prior authorization?
The number on your insurance card is the best source for your plan-specific information.
Mental health concerns can change over time
People seek mental-health care at every stage of life.
Concerns may include:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Grief
- Sleep problems
- Major life transitions
- Medication-related concerns
- Other psychiatric conditions
Getting older does not mean you have to simply accept significant changes in mood or functioning as “normal.”
Why telehealth can help
Virtual care can be particularly convenient for people who have transportation challenges, mobility concerns, live far from specialty care, or simply prefer receiving care from home.
Family members may also be able to participate when appropriate and with the patient’s permission.
A note for adult children helping a parent
If you are helping a parent explore mental-health care, start by asking what they want help with.
You can help them:
- Locate their insurance card.
- Contact Aetna about their benefits.
- Gather a current medication list.
- Identify questions they want to ask their provider.
- Prepare their device for a telehealth appointment.
Important: verify your exact plan
Aetna Medicare Advantage plans differ by location and plan design.
Do not assume that a provider or service is covered simply because you have an Aetna Medicare Advantage card.
Confirm your specific plan before scheduling.
Get started
If your plan is eligible and you are interested in psychiatric services through Meaningful Psychiatry, contact our office.
Call: 425-272-5931
Questions?
Send us a message! We’re happy to answer any questions you may have.