Aetna Beneficiaries Don’t Need a Doctor Referral for Mental Health Care

Being concerned about your mental health can be overwhelming and isolating. You may know that something isn’t quite right but not know what to do or where to turn. Life can be challenging and when we are presented with too much change at once we can begin to struggle.

If you are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, have experienced a traumatic event, relationship conflict etc. therapy can help. Psychiatric medication management can also be an effective intervention to treat intrusive symptoms.

Do You Need a Referral for Behavioral Healthcare?

Early intervention can be key, however, many delay getting treatment due to worries about whether or not they can use their insurance benefits for the care they need.

Often, it can be difficult to understand insurance policy requirements, especially how they relate to therapy and medication management. Some policies do require a referral from your primary care doctor, however, that isn’t always the case. It is always best to check with your specific policy to be certain.

Using Your Aetna Benefits to Your Advantage

The good news is that Aetna and Aetna State Health plans do NOT require a referral for mental health services. Carolina Counseling Services in Fuquay-Varina, NC contracts with caring skilled licensed therapists and psychiatric professionals.

When you call CCS our caring Scheduling Team will help you find the provider that is right for you. You don’t have to choose between therapy and medication management, you can get scheduled for both. Call CCS today to get started!