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Insurance & rates

Know your cost before you start.

Major insurance plans, Kaiser referrals, out-of-network support and self-pay. Pick your path below and we’ll check your benefits for free.

Ways to pay

Options for every situation.

KaiserKaiser members

Referred by Kaiser? Share your referral or authorization number and we’ll schedule your intake with an in-network clinician.

InsuranceIn-network plans

Our clinicians are in-network with Aetna, Anthem, Blue Shield, Cigna, Optum, Carelon, Health Net, Molina, Medi-Cal, Medicare and more. Your copay depends on your plan.

PPOOut-of-network

Many PPO plans reimburse part of each session. We send you a superbill every month to submit for reimbursement.

Self-paySelf-pay

Rates vary by clinician and experience. Call us and we’ll walk you through your options and find a fit for your budget.

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Plans we work with

Coverage varies by clinician and plan. Don’t see yours? Ask us. We’ll confirm your benefits for free.

Kaiser (with referral)AetnaAnthem Blue CrossBlue Shield of CaliforniaBlue Shield PromiseCarelon Behavioral HealthCignaHealth Net / MHNMedi-CalMedicareMolinaOptum / UnitedHealthcare
How it works

Three easy steps.

01Send us your info

Your name, date of birth and insurance card, through the form or on a quick call.

02We verify for free

A billing specialist checks your benefits, including out-of-network coverage.

03You decide

We tell you exactly what you’ll pay before your first session. No surprises.

Check my coverageWhat are you looking for?Therapy, using my insurance planAetna, Anthem, Blue Shield, Cigna, Optum, Health Net, Molina, Medi-Cal, Medicare and more→I have Kaiser and a Kaiser referralYour Kaiser case manager or doctor referred you to us→Intensive eating disorder program (IOP / PHP)Several days a week of virtual groups, meal support and therapy, through CVED Experts→Paying yourself? No form needed. Get started → · Not sure which to pick? Ask Stella or call (805) 678-9182.
Questions

Insurance FAQ

What will I pay?

It depends on your plan and your clinician. Send us your insurance info or call (805) 678-9182 and we’ll tell you before you book.

What is a superbill?

A detailed receipt with the codes your insurance needs. You submit it to your plan, and they reimburse you directly based on your out-of-network benefits.

Will insurance cover the IOP or PHP?

Often, yes. California Virtual Eating Disorder Experts (CVED Experts) is in-network with Kaiser, Cigna, Medicare, Aetna and more. We verify coverage and handle authorizations for you.

Do I need a referral?

Only for Kaiser. Other plans usually don’t require one, and we’ll check for you.

Not sure what you’ll pay?

Send us your insurance info and we’ll tell you, free. Most people start within a week.

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