Fees, Insurance, Medication & Payments
Fees, Insurance, And Medication
Fees
Marina Edelman - $360/50 minutes
Associates - Learn more about TrueMe Counseling Associate fees.
Good Faith Estimate
Effective 1/1/2022, a law went into effect called, The No Surprise Act, which requires health care practitioners to provide a Good Faith Estimate of your out of network health care costs.
All self-pay clients who do not intend to seek insurance reimbursement OR who have no "out of network" benefits have the right to a Good Faith Estimate (GFE).
Read More About GFE
Reimbursify
I recommend Reimbursify to make it easier for clients to get reimbursed through their out-of-network insurance benefits. With just a few clicks, you can submit your superbill directly through the app and track your claim status. It’s a simple, client-friendly way to enhance your experience and reduce the hassle of dealing with insurance. Learn more here
Medication
If required, your treatment will be coordinated with a qualified psychiatrist or psycho-pharmacologist.
I look forward to working with you and helping you be your best self.
Insurance
We've partnered with Mentaya, a service that streamlines getting reimbursed for your therapy sessions through out-of-network benefits.
Mentaya is perfect if you:
• Have out-of-network benefits
• Feel overwhelmed by superbills and insurance
• Have submitted superbills but failed to get any reimbursement
• Simply want to skip the hassle of paperwork!
Here's how it works:
1. Sign up for Mentaya: https://mentaya.co/inviteclient/marinaedelman
2. Our practice will enter your sessions into the platform.
3. Mentaya submits the claim and handles any insurance follow-up.
4. You get reimbursed by insurance!
Mentaya charges a 5% fee per claim, which includes handling any paperwork required,
dealing with denials, and calling insurance companies.
It's risk-free: They guarantee claims are successfully submitted, or a full refund of their fees.
We have partnered with Mentaya to help clients use their out-of-network benefits to save money on therapy. Use this tool below to see if you qualify for reimbursement for my services.
Looking for a More Affordable Therapy Option?
If Marina is not the best fit for your needs at this time, one of the experienced therapists at TrueMe® Counseling may be the right match. Formerly known as Edelman Counseling, our practice continues to provide the same trusted care, the same Westlake Village and Culver City location, and the same commitment to clinical excellence—now with an expanded team of therapists offering more specialties, appointment availability, and flexible fee options.
The associates at TrueMe® Counseling practice under the guidance of Marina Edelman, LMFT, who brings more than 20 years of clinical experience. The team is committed to providing high-quality care while offering a wider range of appointment availability and fee options. Associate fees typically range from $90 to $250 per session, depending on experience and specialization.
Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or personal growth, the TrueMe® Counseling team can help you find a therapist who fits your needs and budget.
Payments
Good Faith Estimate
Effective 1/1/2022, a law went into effect called, The No Surprise Act, which requires health care practitioners to provide a Good Faith Estimate of your out of network health care costs.
All self-pay clients who do not intend to seek insurance reimbursement OR who have no “out of network” benefits have the right to a Good Faith Estimate (GFE).
This GFE shows the costs of items and services that are reasonably expected for your health care needs for an item or service. The estimate is based on information known at the time the estimate was created. The GFE does not include any unknown or unexpected costs that may arise during treatment. You could be charged more if complications or special circumstances occur.
Federal law allows you to dispute (appeal) the bill if you receive charges in excess of your expectations. If you are billed for $400 or more than your GFE, you have the right to dispute the bill. You may contact the health care provider or facility listed to let them know the billed charges are higher than the GFE. You can ask them to update the bill to match the GFE, ask to negotiate the bill, or ask if there is financial assistance available. You may also start a dispute resolution process with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). If you choose to use the dispute resolution process, you must start the dispute process within 120 calendar days (about 4 months) of the date on the original bill. There is a $25 fee to use the dispute process. If the agency reviewing your dispute agrees with you, you will have to pay the price on this GFE. If the agency disagrees with you and agrees with the health care provider or facility, you will have to pay the higher amount.
To learn more and get a form to start the process, go to www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call HHS at (800) 368-1019. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate or the dispute process, visit https://www.cms.gov/ or call (800) 368-1019.
You will receive a GFE prior to the start of your treatment. Keep a copy of this GFE in a safe place or take pictures of it. You may need it if you are billed a higher amount.
This estimate is not a contract. You are not obligated to receive services at this facility or by this provider. Our office can provide you with alternative referrals at your request.
Below is a schedule of fees for our most commonly used services. You may be eligible for additional discounts.
90847: 50 Min Couples Session – $360
90837: 50 minute individual therapy session – $360
90853: Group Therapy- $100 per session/8 session Module commitment ($800 total per module)