Browse psychiatrists in District of Columbia.
690
Psychiatrists
100%
Accepting patients
80%
Most common: MD
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District of Columbia is home to 690 licensed psychiatrists, one of the larger psychiatrist workforces in the country. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (80%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 5%.
25% accept Medicare. The most widely accepted carriers include medicare, anthem, unitedhealthcare, qhp-56707, and qhp-17091.
District of Columbia has 690 licensed psychiatrists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of psychiatrists in District of Columbia 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 psychiatrists in District of Columbia include medicare, anthem, unitedhealthcare, qhp-56707, and qhp-17091. 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.
An initial psychiatric evaluation costs $250 to $500. Medication management follow-ups range from $100 to $300 per visit. Actual costs in District of Columbia depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Many psychiatrists do not accept insurance, which can make visits expensive. Ask about superbill reimbursement. Generic medications are almost always cheaper than brand-name options.
Finding the right psychiatrist is personal. Consider their specialization and therapeutic approach, and whether the fit feels right. District of Columbia has 690 psychiatrists. Many offer a brief phone consultation before the first appointment. FindClarity lets you filter by insurance, telehealth availability, and focus area.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In District of Columbia, 80% hold the MD credential and 5% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
25% of psychiatrists in District of Columbia accept Medicare. Medicare covers psychiatric evaluations and medication management visits. You pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after your deductible. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
After an initial evaluation, follow-up visits are typically every two to four weeks while adjusting medications, then every one to three months once stable. With 690 psychiatrists in District of Columbia, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Top accepted carriers in District of Columbia include medicare, anthem, unitedhealthcare, qhp-56707, and qhp-17091.
Psychiatry visits are covered under mental health benefits, which parity laws require to be comparable to medical benefits. The initial evaluation is billed at a higher rate than follow-ups. Medication costs vary widely. Ask your psychiatrist about generic alternatives. Many psychiatrists do not accept insurance, so verify network status before booking or ask about superbill reimbursement.