Murat Akalin, MD MPH
Concierge Psychiatry physician, San Luis Obispo, CA
Akalin Psychiatric Care & ConsultationDr. Akalin is a Concierge Psychiatry physician whose practice is self-pay and does not bill insurance.
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About Murat Akalin
Dr. Akalin earned an undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Akalin also earned a master's degree from Columbia University in public health and international affairs, and a medical degree from Harvard Medical School. Dr. Akalin did a residency that combined psychiatry and family medicine at the University of California San Diego, and is board certified in both fields.
During residency, Dr. Akalin maintained a clinic one or more days each week at St. Vincent de Paul Village, a homeless shelter in downtown San Diego. The practice is built around each patient's wellness goals. Dr. Akalin and each patient build a plan together, based on evidence.
Care also includes working with patients on whether a medication is still needed and how to stop it. The practice does not bill insurance. It is out-of-network and has no insurance contracts. Payment is due when the service is given.
Patients can get a receipt to file for reimbursement. Sessions are available in person or online.
Membership and fees
Patients pay the practice directly, and the practice does not bill insurance.
An initial evaluation takes 60 to 90 minutes and costs $550 to $825.
A medication visit with psychotherapy (50 to 60 minutes) costs $550, and a medication visit with brief therapy (25 to 30 minutes) costs $275.
Fees vary by plan. Ask the practice.
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Questions patients ask
Does Dr. Akalin take insurance, or offer a membership?
The practice does not bill insurance. It is out-of-network and has no insurance contracts. Patients can get a receipt to file for reimbursement.
How much does Dr. Akalin charge?
An initial evaluation takes 60 to 90 minutes and costs $550 to $825. A medication visit with psychotherapy (50 to 60 minutes) costs $550, and a medication visit with brief therapy (25 to 30 minutes) costs $275. Payment is due when the service is given.
Is Dr. Akalin board certified?
Yes, Dr. Akalin is board certified in family medicine and psychiatry.
Where did Dr. Akalin train?
Dr. Akalin earned a medical degree at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Akalin completed residency at the University of California San Diego.
Does Dr. Akalin offer telehealth?
Yes, Dr. Akalin offers both in-person and virtual sessions.
Where is Dr. Akalin's office?
Dr. Akalin's office is at Akalin Psychiatric Care & Consultation.
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