If you’re on Medicaid, you may be wondering if it covers medication for mental health treatment. In many cases, the answer is yes. Medicaid covers prescription medications and medication management services in all 50 states. According to Medicaid’s website, it is the country’s largest payer for mental health services.

However, knowing what Medicaid provides for others isn’t the same as knowing how you can use Medicaid. How can you find out about your coverage, get the details or start working with a mental health care professional? You can begin with the information in this article. Plus, we’ll let you know what is available for you at ReKlame Health.

Medicaid basics

Before you get started, you might have a few questions about Medicaid and medication management. They might include:

• What is Medicaid and who is covered?

Medicaid is a program that the United States federal government and state governments provide. It is an income-based program that covers some medical costs.

While there are federal requirements for coverage, there may be additional requirements that differ from one state to another. You can read more about Medicaid and mental health in the states that ReKlame serves: New York, New Jersey and Florida. We offer virtual services in these three states.

• How can you find out about your coverage?

If you’re enrolled in a Medicaid plan, you may have received a collection of information in the mail or by email. This might include a formulary, which is a list of prescription medications that your plan covers. It may include generic medications as well as brand-name alternatives; generic medications are typically more affordable.

Your plan may also include online resources for finding treatment providers that accept Medicaid. In New York, New Jersey and Florida, you can rely on ReKlame. We accept Medicaid.

• How can you arrange for medication management?

You can begin by scheduling an initial appointment online. You can expect availability within 48 hours of reaching out to us. Then, a psychiatric nurse practitioner can provide a 50-minute initial appointment. You can discuss your experiences, symptoms and goals with them for a personalized treatment plan.

In addition to a psychiatric nurse practitioner, you can work with a care navigator. Together, these two professionals make up a care team at ReKlame. Your care navigator’s role is to make accessing mental health care a smooth, easy process. They may be able to answer questions about Medicaid and mental health.

Learn more about medication management services

ReKlame provides medication management services for a wide variety of mental health conditions. Medication may help people with:

• Anxiety disorders 

Anxiety disorders are characterized by nervousness, worry, fear or panic. This category includes panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), phobias and social anxiety disorder. Symptoms may be continuous, as in GAD, or come in waves or bursts, like they may in panic disorder.

• Depressive disorders 

Depressive disorders are distinguished by apathy, sadness, despair or disinterest. Major depressive disorder, which may present with transient depressive episodes or continuous depression, is among the most well known of these disorders. Others are premenstrual dysphoric disorder and persistent depressive disorder, formerly called dysthymia.

• Bipolar and related disorders 

This group of conditions includes bipolar I disorder, bipolar II disorder and cyclothymic disorder. Bipolar I may include extreme emotional highs or agitation (mania) and deep lows (depression). Bipolar II may be characterized by hypomania instead of mania; depression still occurs. In cyclothymic disorder, a cycle between heightened and depressed states is present but symptoms do not match a bipolar I or II diagnosis.

• Trauma-related disorders 

Trauma-related disorders may develop after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event, long-term exposure to trauma, or a major stressor. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adjustment disorder and acute stress disorder are trauma- or stressor-related conditions. A traumatic incident may occur in childhood or adulthood. It may involve abuse, violence (including sexual violence), medical trauma, the loss of a loved one or a family separation. A person with PTSD may have experienced one or multiple traumas. Stressors might include major life changes, like breakups, moves, difficult work environments or family difficulties.

• Schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders 

This category, defined by the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, includes schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, delusional disorder and other conditions. These are associated with disturbances in thought, beliefs and behavior. Symptoms of some of these conditions include hallucinations, or seeing, hearing or feeling things that aren’t present in reality. Other symptoms may include delusions, disorganized thought, or difficulty putting your thoughts in order out loud or in writing.

• Neurodevelopmental disorders 

This category includes conditions that you may know as neurodivergencies. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be recognized in children frequently, but it is a lifelong condition. It can affect men and women throughout their lives, and may be underrecognized in girls or women. Some people with ADHD use medication to manage symptoms.

• Substance use disorders 

These conditions are marked by addiction to substances like alcohol, opioids, sedatives or stimulants. These may be medications that people seek intentionally, purchase online or buy from a dealer. They might be medications that people are prescribed but have become dependent on or addicted to. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is available to treat substance use disorders.

• Dual diagnosis 

In mental health care, this doesn’t mean having any two diagnoses at the same time, like major depressive disorder and ADHD. It means having a substance use disorder and another mental health condition. This may require supportive, integrated treatment to address both conditions simultaneously.

Medication may be helpful, but adjusting may take time. So might finding a dose that provides the benefits that you are looking for. This is where medication management services can be helpful. If you work with a ReKlame care team, you can get ongoing support. We’re here to help you explore medication options, find a helpful regimen and maintain better mental health.

One of our professionals can also help you find additional support, like local or online resources. Consult your care navigator for more information. They can be there to make your journey through treatment as smooth and easy as it can be.

Are you already taking psychiatric medication?

Maybe you have decided to look for a new mental health care provider. Perhaps your previous provider is retiring, moving or not accepting Medicaid, or you feel that someone new might be a better fit. You can use our medication management services to continue or modify an existing treatment plan.

Learn why you can rely on ReKlame 

At ReKlame, our psychiatric nurse practitioners have experience with a variety of mental health conditions and treatments. They are prepared to handle complex conditions and dual diagnoses. They can diagnose mental health conditions, help you manage a previously diagnosed condition or reassess what your symptoms may indicate. They can also create a new medication regimen or help you continue an existing one. If you’re thinking about changing medications or doses, you can talk it through with them.

We accept Medicaid in New York, New Jersey and Florida. In addition, we accept many forms of insurance, FSA/HSA, Medicare and community/state plans. A self-pay option is available as well.

Give our care team a call today for more information, check your eligibility for free online or book an initial appointment online.