Medicare Mental Health Care in Orange County and Across California

Finding a mental health provider who accepts Medicare can feel harder than it should, whether you are looking for yourself or helping a parent. IPW Health accepts Medicare for psychiatric care and therapy. You can see a psychiatric nurse practitioner or licensed therapist in person at our Mission Viejo office or by simple, secure video visit from home. Same-week appointments are often available, and we verify your benefits before your first visit so there are fewer surprises.

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Not sure where to start? Ask for a free 10-minute call. We will listen, answer questions and help you decide on next steps.

What Medicare generally covers for mental health

According to Medicare.gov, Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a wide range of outpatient mental health services, including psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and individual psychotherapy with Medicare-enrolled licensed professionals. Medicare.gov also notes that Part B covers certain telehealth services, including psychotherapy, and that you can receive them from home.

Your costs depend on your situation, such as your deductible and coinsurance. You can review general cost-sharing on Medicare.gov. Coverage varies, especially if you have a Medicare Advantage or supplemental plan, so our team checks your benefits before your first appointment and tells you what to expect.

Learn about all plans we work with on our Insurance We Accept page.

Services we offer with Medicare

• Psychiatric evaluations. A thorough first visit with a psychiatric nurse practitioner to understand your symptoms, health history and goals.
• Medication management. Ongoing follow-up visits to review how you are feeling and adjust your treatment plan together. Psychiatric care is available by telehealth in California, Oregon, Washington and Colorado.
• Therapy. Talk therapy with a licensed therapist in California, Oregon and Washington. Learn about therapy at IPW Health.

Care is available in English and Farsi.

Concerns we often help with

Many older adults come to us after a loss, a move, retirement, a health change or simply feeling “not like themselves.” We help with:

• Depression, including low mood, loss of interest and low energy
• Anxiety, including constant worry, restlessness or panic
• Grief and life transitions, such as losing a spouse or adjusting to big changes

See the full list of conditions we treat.

Telehealth made simple for seniors

You do not need to be good with technology to have a video visit with us.

• One link, no complicated setup. Before your appointment, you receive a link. On a smartphone, tablet or computer with a camera, you tap it and join.
• Family can help. If you would like, an adult child, spouse or caregiver can help you get connected or sit in on the visit. You decide who joins.
• Visit from where you are comfortable. Your living room or kitchen table works just fine. No driving, parking or waiting rooms.
• Help is a phone call away. If something is not working, call us at (949) 259-5123.

Prefer to meet in person? Mondays in Mission Viejo

Some people simply feel better meeting face to face. Our office is at 27201 Puerta Real, Suite 300, Mission Viejo, CA. In-person psychiatric visits are available on Mondays, and in-person therapy is available on Saturdays. All other visits are by telehealth. Learn about in-person psychiatry in Mission Viejo.

How to get started

1. Verify your insurance. Fill out our short Verify Insurance form with your Medicare information. We check your benefits before your first visit.
2. Book or call. Book online or call (949) 259-5123. Ask for a free 10-minute call if you have questions first.
3. Have your first visit. Meet your psychiatric nurse practitioner or licensed therapist by video or in person in Mission Viejo.

Helping a parent? You are welcome to call on their behalf to ask questions and help them get set up.

Frequently asked questions

Do you accept Medicare for mental health care?

Yes. IPW Health accepts Medicare for psychiatric care and therapy. Coverage varies, so we verify your benefits before your first visit.

Does Medicare cover telehealth mental health visits from home?

Medicare.gov states that Part B covers certain telehealth services, including psychotherapy, and that you can get them from home. We verify your specific benefits before your first visit.

I have a Medicare Advantage or supplemental plan. Can I still be seen?

Coverage varies by plan. Please complete our Verify Insurance form or call (949) 259-5123, and we will confirm how your visits are covered before your first appointment.

Who will I see?

You will see a psychiatric nurse practitioner for evaluations and medication management, or a licensed therapist for talk therapy, depending on your needs.

Can my adult child or caregiver join my video visit?

Yes, if you want them to. Many patients like having a family member help with the connection or join the conversation. You decide.

How soon can I be seen?

Same-week appointments are often available. Call (949) 259-5123 or book online.

Verify Insurance · Book Online · Call (949) 259-5123

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988, or call 911 in an emergency.