Benefits of Out-of-Network Patient Care

Out-of-Network Care

Our Collective-Oriented Group Private Practice is committed to providing care on an Out of Network Basis for several reasons:

- Medical Record privacy, data & privacy concerns

- Offering affordable rates, sliding scale rates, as well as low fee/pro bono care whenever possible

- Eliminating fears of Insurance denials

- Longer term therapy with an ideal therapist despite the likelihood of your insurance changing

- Ensuring the highest quality of specialized care

- Equitable work conditions & pay for therapists who can offer specialized care and invest in further professional development.

Seeing a therapist out of network (OON) offers several hidden benefits that might not be immediately obvious but can enhance the therapeutic experience. For those struggling to find quality in-network care, this may be a smart alternative! Here are some key advantages:

  • Specialization: You can select a therapist with expertise in your specific concerns, even if they are not covered by your insurance network.
    Therapeutic Fit: Finding a therapist whose personality, approach, and style resonate with you becomes easier when you are not limited to in-network options.

  • Fewer Records Shared: Insurance companies often require detailed information about diagnoses and treatment plans. Seeing an OON therapist can minimize the amount of personal data shared, enhancing your privacy.
    Avoiding Labels: Without insurance involvement, you may not need a formal diagnosis, which can be freeing and reduce stigma.

    Avoiding Insurance audits : Audits can prevent payments to both patients and therapists, interrupting if not ending services pre-maturely

  • Treatment Duration: OON therapists are not restricted by insurance companies’ rules about the number of sessions or type of treatment covered. This allows for personalized care based on your needs rather than coverage limitations.
    Creative Interventions: Therapists have more freedom to employ diverse techniques and approaches that might not fit neatly into insurance protocols.

  • Focus on Care, Not Documentation: OON therapists may spend less time on administrative tasks and more time focusing on your treatment. This can improve the quality of care and the therapeutic relationship.

  • In-network therapists are often in high demand, leading to long waitlists. OON therapists may have more immediate availability.

  • Investment in Therapy: Paying out of pocket can encourage a deeper commitment to therapy, as you are investing directly in your mental health.
    Negotiation Options: Many OON therapists offer sliding scales or payment plans, which can make therapy more accessible.

  • While you pay upfront, many insurance plans offer partial or full reimbursement for OON services. This allows you to access the therapist of your choice while still recouping some costs.

  • Without the constraints of insurance approval, OON therapists can help you focus on long-term personal growth and self-discovery, not just immediate symptom relief.