+ Why aren't you an "in-network" provider for my insurance company?
The insurance companies require "in- network" providers to abide by rules and limitations regarding treatment plans that I don't feel serve my patients. Remaining independent allows me to conduct my practice as I prefer. If your insurance company pays for out-of network providers, I will give you a completed form that you can submit to your insurer for direct reimbursement. We ask for payment at the time of the visit.
+ How often will we met?
The frequency of visits depends on each patient's situation. On average, the typical frequency for medication management is every 1-3 months, depending on severity of symptoms and needs. If recovered, I can work with your primary care physician to facilitate their handling of ongoing medication management and prescribing.
+ Am I am able to receive therapy from Rudolph Bolling Psychiatry, PC?
We at Rudolph Bolling, P.C. understand the importance of psychotherapy and encourage all of our patients to participate in therapy. We have partnered with several therapist across the city and are more than happy to give you a referral.
+ Do you exchange information with my other health care providers?
We recognize that physical and mental health must be in sync in order to have total health. With that in mind we like to maintain open dialogue with your primary care physician (pediatrician or family practitioner) and also with your therapist. However, we will respect your wishes for privacy, if they are different from ours.
+ What if I need to contact you during non-office hours?
Please limit after-hours phone calls to urgent or emergent situations. If your situation is urgent, call the office number and leave a message. I will call you as soon as possible. In an emergency, call 911 or go to your closest Emergency Room.
+ What is your phone consultation policy?
Face to face contacts are the most therapeutically efficient interactions. Therefore, I try to limit the phone consultations to special circumstances. However, you are welcome to call our nurse’s line with any questions related to medications during business hours.
+ When do you see patients?
I typically see patients between 8.00 am and 5.00 pm Monday through Friday. However, I do my best to accommodate patients' schedules. Therefore, I often schedule weekend or after office hour appointments.
+ What is the difference between a psychiatrist/ psychologist/ LPC/ LCSW/ LMFT etc?
Titles and credentials specify a provider's level of education, training and areas of specialty. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who has gone through medical school, just as a surgeon or an internist has, but specializes in psychiatric disorders. Psychiatrists are licensed by the medical board of the state in which they practice, and may also be board-certified in the area of specialty (Dr. Rudolph-Bolling is board certified in both adult psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology). A psychologist is not an MD but holds a PhD (doctorate) in either Psychology or Philosophy, and must pass state licensure exams. Many therapists are credentialed at the master's degree level: Licensed professional counselor, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Marital and Family Therapist. All require licensure at the state level.