We Accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas and Aetna Insurance

Before your appointment, we recommend verifying the following with your insurance provider:

• Coverage for psychiatric services
• In-network vs. out-of-network benefits
• Deductibles, copays, coinsurance
• Required documentation for reimbursement

Private Pay Patients

If you do not have insurance or have a different insurance provider than BCBSTX or Aetna, we can see you as a private pay patient. Upon request, we provide a superbill that you can submit to your insurance for out-of-network reimbursement (if applicable).

Our private pay rates are listed below.

Initial Evaluation

Includes:

• Review of medical history, developmental milestones, current symptoms, and family history
• Use of standardized assessments and clinical interviews
• Identification of psychiatric concerns
• Development of a personalized treatment plan

Children and Adolescents

• 60-minute session: $450
• 30-minute feedback session: $225

Adults

• 60-minute session: $450

Follow-Up: Medication Management

Focused session to monitor and manage medications:

• Evaluate effectiveness and side effects
• Adjust dosages or medications if necessary
• Update treatment plan as needed

30 Minutes – $225

Follow-Up: Medication Management + Therapy

Combined session offering both medication management and therapeutic support:

• Review medication effectiveness
• Introduce or adjust therapy approaches, including:
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Play Therapy
  • Family Therapy
• Address emotional, behavioral, or cognitive concerns

45 Minutes – $350

Consultation / Second Opinion

A one-time, in-depth consultation for individuals already under psychiatric care:

• Full review of medical, developmental, and treatment history
• Clinical assessment using standardized tools
• Detailed recommendations including:
  • Diagnosis confirmation or revision
  • Alternative treatment options
  • Next steps for care

90 Minutes – $675

Medicaid Policy

Due to Medicaid regulations, we cannot accept Medicaid patients, even on a self-pay basis. Medicaid does not allow private-pay arrangements for out-of-network services.

Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy

To maintain clinician availability and fairness to all patients:

• 72 hours’ notice is required for cancellations or rescheduling
• Late cancellations (less than 72 hours) may incur a fee
• No-shows will be charged in full and may limit future appointment availability

Please contact our office as early as possible if you need to make changes.

Emergency Care Policy

Kiddo Psychiatry does not provide emergency services.

In the case of a psychiatric or medical emergency:

• Call 911 or
• Visit the nearest emergency room

Examples of emergencies include:

• Suicidal thoughts or self-harm
• Severe panic or anxiety attacks
• Overdose or harmful substance ingestion
• Any life-threatening mental health or medical condition

Urgent Pediatric Psychiatric Care

Dell Children’s Hospital
4900 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723
(512) 324-0000

Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas
1500 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701
(512) 324-7000