Services & Payment

Format of Care

I see patients in person at my office at 23 West 73rd Street, Suite 101, on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, and by video. Both formats are available on an ongoing basis.

I am available by phone for emergencies around the clock. When medically necessary, initial medical stabilization can be managed entirely by phone and video, allowing most patients to continue working throughout.

Insurance

I do not accept insurance directly. I am an out-of-network provider. Patients who have out-of-network mental health and substance use benefits may be eligible for partial reimbursement from their insurance carrier — I can provide documentation to support that process.

I am not a Medicare provider. My fees are not reimbursable by Medicare.

Prescriptions

Prescriptions are written as part of ongoing treatment. I prescribe FDA-approved medications for the management of withdrawal, stabilization, and long-term taper. I do not prescribe controlled substances outside of an established treatment relationship.

Confidentiality

My practice is structured to protect privacy at every level. There are no office staff, no waiting rooms, no shared administrative systems. Clinical records are maintained privately and are not shared with third parties except as required by law.

Patients who submit claims to a private insurance carrier should be aware that doing so involves disclosure to that carrier. Patients who prefer complete confidentiality and are able to pay privately will find that this practice is designed with that in mind.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do you accept insurance?

A: No. I am an out-of-network provider and do not accept insurance directly. Patients with out-of-network mental health and substance use benefits may be eligible for partial reimbursement from their insurance carrier. Documentation to support that process can be provided.

Q: Is Medicare accepted?

A: No. I am not a Medicare provider and my fees are not reimbursable by Medicare.

Q: How does confidentiality work if I submit to insurance?

A: Submitting a claim to a private insurance carrier involves disclosure to that carrier. Patients who prefer complete confidentiality and are able to pay privately will find that this practice is structured with that in mind — there are no office staff, no shared administrative systems, and records are maintained privately.

Q: Where are sessions held?

A: In person at the office at 23 West 73rd Street, Suite 101, on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, or by video. Both formats are available on an ongoing basis.

Q: How do I get started?

A: Call directly at (646) 418-7077. The first conversation is free, completely confidential, and carries no obligation. If it seems like a good fit, a first appointment can be scheduled from there.

Q: Can treatment be managed without taking time off work?

A: In most cases, yes. When medically necessary, initial stabilization can be managed by phone and video, allowing most patients to continue working throughout.

Getting Started

The first step is a phone call. The initial conversation is free, completely confidential, and carries no obligation. If it seems like a good fit, we can schedule a first appointment from there.