How do I find a psychiatrist in the Medicare pages?
A fellow caregiver asked...
I could not find psychiatrists listed on the medicare pages. Are they all under MD and how do I tell them apart???
Expert Answer
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To find a psychiatrist on the Medicare site, go to http://www.medicare.gov/find-a-doctor/(X(1)S(vrwfryzkpm5rbhn4cfhl3g55))/provider-search.aspx
You can put in your zip code and select psychiatrist. You will get a listing that you can narrow down by factors like distance or gender. You should interview several doctors. It is important that you feel that they understand your needs and that you agree with the treatment plan. I can tell you from personal experience, the right doctor makes all the difference in the world.