Browse licensed clinical social workers in Mississippi.
1,996
Licensed Clinical Social Workers
100%
Accepting patients
64%
Most common: LCSW
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Mississippi is home to 1,996 licensed licensed clinical social workers, one of the larger licensed clinical social worker workforces in the country. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is LCSW (64%), which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) is the second most common at 14%.
University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Medicine and William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine train licensed clinical social workers in the state. Notable hospitals include University of Mississippi Medical Center, Baptist Memorial Hospital - Golden Triangle, and Forrest General Hospital. Health systems such as University of Mississippi Medical Center, Baptist Memorial Health Care, and Singing River Health System employ many of the state's licensed clinical social workers.
12% accept Medicare. Patients with Mississippi Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all licensed clinical social workers participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, qhp-17091, molina, cigna, and medicare.
Mississippi has among the fewest physicians per capita of any state, with significant healthcare deserts in the Delta region.
Mississippi has 1,996 licensed licensed clinical social workers. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of licensed clinical social workers in Mississippi are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among licensed clinical social workers in Mississippi include unitedhealthcare, qhp-17091, molina, cigna, and medicare. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
A session copay is $20 to $50 with insurance. Self-pay rates are $80 to $150 per session. Community mental health centers charge $20 to $80 on a sliding scale. Actual costs in Mississippi depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Social workers are generally the most affordable type of licensed therapist. Community mental health centers employ social workers and offer income-based sliding-scale fees. Many LCSWs in private practice also reserve sliding-scale slots.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Mississippi has 1,996 licensed clinical social workers. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker and LMSW stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Mississippi, 64% hold the LCSW credential and 14% hold LMSW. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
12% of licensed clinical social workers in Mississippi accept Medicare. Medicare Part B covers clinical social worker services at 80% of the approved amount. You pay the 20% coinsurance after meeting the Part B deductible. No referral is needed to see a social worker under Medicare. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some licensed clinical social workers in Mississippi accept Mississippi Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers LCSW therapy in all states. Coverage includes individual and group therapy. Co-pays are minimal or zero for most Medicaid recipients. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Mississippi Medicaid participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Mississippi include unitedhealthcare, qhp-17091, molina, cigna, and medicare.
Most insurance plans cover therapy with licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs). Social workers are one of the most widely covered mental health provider types. Verify your plan covers outpatient mental health services and check whether the social worker is in-network. Mental health parity laws require most plans to cover mental health at the same level as physical health. Community mental health centers often accept Medicaid and offer sliding-scale fees.