Topics of general interest
State of mind, its impact on pain
Insurance Coverage
Although we are not on any insurance panels, many insurance plans provide coverage for 'out of network visits'. Mental health coverage by
insurance companies is generally pretty limited compared to general medical coverage. BCBS for example will pay 100% ,after deductible, for medical conditions,
but only 50% for mental health treatment. Under BlueAdvantage coverage is 50% of cost regardless of whether you are seen
in, or out of network. If you wish to use your out-of-network coverage, we will be happy to file your insurance claim. You will be responsible
for your bill to us, and the insurance company will be responsible for reimbursing you at their agreed upon rate. We are compiling a list of links to
specific plans. If you need help figuring out your coverage, contact us and our insurance specialist will help you determine your benefit.
Alcohol Brief Intervention, Overview Take AUDITonline , compare yourself to other drinkers(new) Assessing risk of Opiate Abuse in Chronic pain patients (for physicians)
Generic Meds, discounted retail
Online Pharmacies
Brand name, and particularly generic drugs can be had at steep discounts from Canada. Further discount can be obtained
per milligram by buying large sized tablets and splitting them. A 100 mg per day Lamictal (lamotrigine) regimine- apploximately $100 per month- can be
had for about 25 dollars a month through Canadadrugs if you buy 60 of the 200 mg tab and split them in half.
Canadadrugs.com
Prevalence of problems
NC Healthy Schools initiative is officially supported and coordinated by the Department of Public Instruction
and the Derpartment of Health and Human Services and conducts annual surveys studying facets of youth and education.