INFORMATION
FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS:
Thank
you for your referral. We take great pride in our reputation
for effectively coordinating problem-focused psychotherapy and
sophisticated psychopharmacology. Kindly think of our practice
for patients presenting for the first time with emotional difficulties,
as well as patients who require long term management of established
conditions.
Making
a Referral
All referrals are made to the group practice: we will triage
the "=2 0" patient to the best provider for the patients
needs. Most managed-care plans allow patients to self-refer
for mental health evaluation. You can instruct your patient
to call 508-797-0537, and press 1 when prompted
in the initial voicemail greeting. The administrative staff
frequently checks for these messages, and works to return phone
calls within one business day.
What Your Patient Should Expect
Psychotherapy and medication management are equal partners in
treatment. Kindly remember that a therapist first evaluates
all patients referred for treatment during one to three evaluation
sessions. If medication management is indicated, the therapist
will make the referral f or medication evaluation.
What the Referring Clinician Should Expect
All Apogee patients sign an authorization for communication
between the Apogee treatment team and the primary care provider.
You will receive a letter confirming that your patient has started
psychotherapy with an Apogee provider. If psychopharmacology
consultation is initiated, you will receive a letter outlining
the diagnosis and treatment plan. You will likely be asked to
send copies of recent laboratory studies and other appropriate
medical information; Apogee is a partner with you in the management
of the medical and psychiatric health of your patients.
If You Have Any Questions or Concerns
Please feel free to contact us through the private line into
the office:508-797-0537