Times have changed and so have we! Telepsychiatry is a subset of telemedicine that has gained significant popular since the Covid pandemic. Most medical practices now offer telehealth service. So, most people are very familiar with it. Telepsychiatry involves providing mental health care through telecommunications technology, typically via videoconferencing. Offering mental health services remotely in five states has made Contemporary Care’s psychiatric support more accessible to individuals who may have barriers to in-person care. Whether you’re a new patient or established patient, we offer remote patient and clinician contact to ensure your mental health is provided. Telehealth is covered by all insurances, including Medicare! Signing up is easy.
Our Telepsychiatry services include:
**Licensing and Regulations**: Our providers must be licensed in the state where you are located, complying with state-specific telehealth regulations. Currently, we offer services in several states across the country. For the list of states, please see Location.
Provides care to individuals in remote or underserved areas with limited access to mental health professionals.
Offers flexible scheduling and reduces the need for travel, making it easier for patients to fit appointments into their lives.
Enables ongoing support and coordination with other healthcare providers without geographical limitations.
Enables psychiatrists to serve patients across wide geographical areas, including underserved rural regions.
Allows individuals to seek mental health care privately from the comfort of their homes.
Potentially reduces costs related to travel, missed work, and the overhead expenses of maintaining physical office space.
Decreases wait times for appointments and accelerates the delivery of care.
Creates a safe space for patients who might find face-to-face interaction intimidating or who have mobility issues.
Since 2003 we have been using Glace as the platform for electronic health record (EHR). In turn Glace uses Twillio as our telehealth platform. Hence, you do not need any additional software to access our telehealth services.
It is essential that you have a stable, high-speed connection to ensure clear, uninterrupted communication.
Telehealth can be accessed through computers, tablets, or smartphones equipped with cameras and microphones.
If your internet connection is weak or unavailable we can do the appointment by telephone. Telephone appointments are only available for follow up visits and not for initial visits.
We use platforms that comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to ensure patient confidentiality.
Conducting sessions over secure, encrypted connections to prevent unauthorized access.
Providing clear information about the nature, risks, and benefits of telepsychiatry to patients before beginning.
For every Telepsychiatry appointment you will follow eight easy steps:
We offer treatment through remote telehealth in five states
Connecticut
New York
Florida
Massachusetts
New Jersey
You can have all your regular appointments right in the comfort of your home through our Telehealth Mental Health Care virtual appointments. Call now to have your regularly scheduled visits converted to a Telehealth visit.
Yes. You can visit with any of our doctors and therapists without leaving your home and receive diagnosis, prescriptions, therapy and more. It is a convenient and secure alternative to in-person therapy and medication management with our providers.
Simply call our office: 203-792-0400 to request a Telehealth appointment.
Yes, all Telehealth doctors can prescribe medication for a wide range of psychiatric conditions when medically appropriate. We do not prescribe opioid, non-therapeutic and/or certain other drugs which may be harmful because of their potential abuse.
We require a credit card on file and you will be contacted by a coordinator the day of the appointment to bill co-pays as usual.
Yes, most major insurance carriers provide coverage for Telehealth, unless your member plan excludes the service.
You must contact your insurance directly to verify coverage as each members benefits may vary.
You will be responsible for any unpaid balances not covered by your plan.
Yes. You can still receive a Telehealth Mental Health Care appointment and pay out of pocket.
Yes, Medicare has just announced they are allowing coverage regardless of your location.
Yes. Our platform is secure, encrypted, approved and HIPAA compliant.
No. Our Telehealth service is easy to use and designed to work from your smartphone. An access link will be sent to your email/cell phone on the day of your appointment and you will simply click the link from your phone and connect with your provider.
No worries we’ve got you covered. We offer audio-only sessions through our secure platform as well. Simply notify the coordinator and she will inform your provider of your preferences.
Empower your healing journey today. Your path to renewed hope and mental well-being starts here.
