How to Start

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1. Consultation and Intake Assessment

Please call for a complimentary 30 minute phone consultation. If you decide to pursue with treatment, an intake assessment will be scheduled, which includes gathering information on your background and current symptoms. The assessment is about 1-3 sessions and will help identify the best treatment goals and interventions. Once completed, a summary and recommendations will be provided. (See Services).

2. Payment

Only private pay is accepted at this time. Please call to inquire about affordable fees and sliding scale. All payments are made with a credit card, debit card, or HSA/FSA card via HIPAA compliant software - Simple Practice.  (See Services)

Does your insurance plan offer out-of-network (OON) benefits? If yes, it is suggested you ask your insurance provider the following questions:

~ Does your plan require a referral from your primary care physician or pediatrician for mental health services?

~ Does your plan have a deductible?

~ What is the amount required to meet your deductible?

~ Does your plan limit the amount of sessions per calendar year?

~ What are your reimbursement rates for the following treatment codes?

• Place of Service - 02 (telehealth) and/or 11 (in-person/office)
• Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation - #90791; 60 minutes
• Psychotherapy Session - #90834; 50 minutes 

What do I need from Dr. Vraney to show proof of services? 

~ At the end of each month or as needed, Dr. Vraney provides a superbill. A superbill provides proof of services.

~ A superbill includes two important codes, diagnosis code and service code. 

• Diagnosis code - is the psychological diagnosis given to each client and this code is required by insurance companies. This code is unknown until after an intake assessment is completed. 
• Service code - is the type of therapeutic service received. 

~ If your insurance company offers reimbursement, you are to submit the superbill with your insurance claim.

NYS consumers are protected from surprise bills when treated with OON services. 

"No Surprises Act"