Browse psychiatrists in Idaho.
285
Psychiatrists
100%
Accepting patients
71%
Most common: MD
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Idaho has 285 licensed psychiatrists spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (71%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 14%.
Boise State University Department of Psychological Science and Idaho State University Department of Psychology train psychiatrists in the state. Notable hospitals include St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, and Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. Health systems such as St. Luke's Health System, Saint Alphonsus Health System, and Kootenai Health employ many of the state's psychiatrists.
50% accept Medicare. Patients with Idaho Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all psychiatrists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include medicare, qhp-63474, qhp-68781, qhp-73836, and qhp-10091.
Idaho faces significant healthcare workforce shortages, particularly in rural communities across the central and northern parts of the state.
Idaho has 285 licensed psychiatrists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of psychiatrists in Idaho 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 Idaho include medicare, qhp-63474, qhp-68781, qhp-73836, and qhp-10091. 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 Idaho 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. Idaho has 285 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 Idaho, 71% hold the MD credential and 14% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
50% of psychiatrists in Idaho 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.
Some psychiatrists in Idaho accept Idaho Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers psychiatric services in all states, including medication management and psychiatric evaluations. Covered medications vary by state formulary. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Idaho Medicaid participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Idaho include medicare, qhp-63474, qhp-68781, qhp-73836, and qhp-10091.
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.