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HealthPlus Medicaid Psychiatrists and Therapists in Brooklyn

Good Health Psychiatric Services accepts HealthPlus Medicaid plans, so New York Medicaid members can get psychiatric and therapy care in Brooklyn and by telehealth with little or no out-of-pocket cost. HealthPlus is the Medicaid managed care plan run by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (formerly Empire BlueCross BlueShield HealthPlus). Your HealthPlus mental health coverage at Good Health includes psychiatric evaluations, medication management, individual therapy, and treatment for depression that has not improved with medication.

Medicaid plans only cover care from in-network providers, so choosing a practice that accepts HealthPlus is what keeps your visits covered. Our board-certified psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists see HealthPlus members at our Downtown Brooklyn office and by telehealth anywhere in New York State, with same-day and next-day appointments often available.

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HealthPlus Medicaid Coverage at a Glance

Plan Type

New York Medicaid Managed Care, run by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Cost to You

Little or no out-of-pocket cost for covered mental health care

Network Rule

In-network providers only; out-of-network care is generally not covered

Eligibility

New York residents enrolled in Medicaid; eligibility can change month to month

Services Covered

Psychiatric evaluation, medication management, individual therapy, TMS, Spravato

Locations

In person: 26 Court Street, Suite 1510, Brooklyn, NY. Telehealth: anywhere in New York State

Appointments

Same-day and next-day

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    What HealthPlus Members Can Expect at Good Health

    • Comprehensive mental health care with little or no out-of-pocket cost
    • An in-network practice, which Medicaid requires for your care to be covered
    • No referral needed to book outpatient mental health care on most Medicaid plans
    • Office visits in Brooklyn or telehealth visits from home anywhere in New York
    • An eligibility check before visits, since Medicaid status can change from month to month

    HealthPlus eligibility may change from month to month based on income and household changes. This page describes general plan features and does not guarantee coverage or payment. Call the number on your HealthPlus ID card or log in to the member portal to confirm active coverage, or let our team check it before each appointment.

    Mental Health Services Covered by HealthPlus at Good Health

    Psychiatric Evaluation

    Your care begins with a full psychiatric evaluation with a board-certified psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner. Your clinician talks with you about your symptoms, history, and any past treatment, checks for related conditions, and builds a treatment plan with you. New York Medicaid covers this evaluation as part of its behavioral health benefit, so HealthPlus members usually pay nothing for it.

    Medication Management for Medicaid Patients

    If medication is recommended, a psychiatrist who accepts Medicaid prescribes it and sees you for regular follow-up visits to check your progress, adjust the dose, and manage side effects. HealthPlus covers these Medicaid covered psychiatry visits. Since 2023, prescriptions for most New York Medicaid managed care members are filled through NYRx, the state's Medicaid pharmacy program, and your prescriber chooses medications covered there.

    Therapy Covered by HealthPlus Medicaid

    Good Health's therapists who accept Medicaid include licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs), licensed mental health counselors (LMHCs), and psychologists. Depending on your needs, therapy may use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, solution-focused therapy, or another evidence-based approach. HealthPlus covers outpatient individual therapy as part of your Medicaid behavioral health benefits.

    HealthPlus Medicaid Coverage for TMS Therapy in New York

    TMS is covered since late 2025. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive, FDA-cleared treatment for major depressive disorder that has not responded to antidepressants. According to the New York State Medicaid Update (July 2025), Medicaid managed care plans have covered TMS since November 1, 2025, for adults with treatment-resistant depression. Good Health handles the prior authorization with HealthPlus before treatment begins.

    Spravato (Esketamine) with HealthPlus

    Spravato is an FDA-approved esketamine nasal spray for adults with treatment-resistant depression, or with major depressive disorder and active suicidal thoughts. You receive each dose in our Brooklyn office, and a clinician monitors you through the full observation period. New York Medicaid can cover Spravato with prior authorization, and our team confirms how it will be covered for you and submits the request.

    Coverage depends on your active Medicaid enrollment and medical necessity. Good Health confirms your benefits before your visit so you know what to expect.

    Conditions Treated by Mental Health Providers Who Accept HealthPlus

    Our mental health providers who accept HealthPlus Medicaid treat adults, adolescents, and children for conditions including:

    • Depression and treatment-resistant depression
    • Anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, OCD)
    • ADHD in children, teens, and adults
    • PTSD and trauma, including the effects of stressful living situations
    • Bipolar disorder
    • Postpartum depression and perinatal mental health
    • Insomnia and sleep problems
    • Adjustment disorders during job loss, moves, or family changes
    • Grief and loss
    • Co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions

    If you are unsure whether we treat your concern, call (718) 522-3600. Our intake team will let you know before you book.

    Find a Psychiatrist Who Takes HealthPlus Medicaid

    How to Start Care at Good Health with HealthPlus

    1. Call or book online. Have your HealthPlus ID card and your Medicaid client ID (CIN) ready, so we can check both.
    2. Let us confirm your eligibility. Our team checks that your Medicaid coverage is active before your first visit, and again before later visits if needed.
    3. Attend your evaluation. Visit 26 Court Street, Suite 1510, in Downtown Brooklyn, or join by video from anywhere in New York State.
    4. Leave authorizations to us. If TMS or Spravato is recommended, we gather the clinical records and submit the prior authorization request.
    5. Continue your care. Medication visits, therapy sessions, and other covered treatment are billed directly to HealthPlus, with little or no cost to you.

    Good Health Psychiatric Services welcomes HealthPlus members looking for psychiatric services accepting Medicaid in Brooklyn or a telehealth psychiatrist anywhere in New York. Same-day and next-day appointments are available for evaluations and therapy, and our team checks your Medicaid eligibility in advance so your visit is covered.

    Call (718) 522-3600 or book online. If you have questions about your HealthPlus coverage, our front desk can check your eligibility and benefits before you schedule.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Good Health accept HealthPlus Medicaid?

    Yes. Good Health Psychiatric Services accepts HealthPlus Medicaid managed care plans for psychiatric evaluations, medication management, therapy, and qualifying advanced treatments. Because Medicaid only covers in-network care, seeing a practice that accepts your plan is what keeps your visits covered. Our team confirms your eligibility at no charge before your appointment.

    Is HealthPlus the same as Empire BCBS HealthPlus or Anthem?

    Yes. Empire BlueCross BlueShield HealthPlus became part of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield on January 1, 2024, and your coverage did not change. Anthem reports serving over 400,000 members through its New York Medicaid, Child Health Plus, and long-term care plans. If your card says HealthPlus, Empire, or Anthem, bring it when you book.

    Will I have to pay anything for mental health care with HealthPlus?

    Most HealthPlus Medicaid members pay little or nothing for covered outpatient mental health care, including psychiatry and therapy visits. Costs can apply if you see an out-of-network provider or if your coverage has lapsed. That is why our team checks that your Medicaid enrollment is active before your visit.

    Can my child see a psychiatrist at Good Health with HealthPlus?

    Yes. New York Medicaid covers mental health care for children and adolescents, and Good Health treats kids and teens for concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, and depression. If your child is covered through HealthPlus Child Health Plus instead of Medicaid, call us at (718) 522-3600 and we will confirm how that plan’s benefits apply before you book.

    Can my child see a psychiatrist at Good Health with HealthPlus?

    Yes. New York Medicaid covers mental health care for children and adolescents, and Good Health treats kids and teens for concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, and depression. If your child is covered through HealthPlus Child Health Plus instead of Medicaid, call us at (718) 522-3600 and we will confirm how that plan’s benefits apply before you book.