Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q: How do I begin? A: You can call my office -- 410-544-9564 – with any questions you may have or to schedule an appointment. If you prefer, you may email me @ bzsherman@comcast.net. You can send email either directly or through the link in this website. Q: Who will answer my phone call or email message?
A: I will personally respond to all phone calls and emails, generally within less than 24 hours. Q: What are your office hours? A: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. My last routine appointment of the day is generally 3 p.m. Q: Do you take insurance? A: I do not participate with any insurance company. But most insurance plans provide for out-of-network benefits with non-participating providers. I am happy to provide you with a Superbill, which is a statement that includes all the codes and information that your insurance company needs from me in order to process your claim and consider it for reimbursement. You would pay me the full fee at the time of your appointment and then submit the Superbill to your insurance company. It’s a good idea for you to check (before scheduling an appointment) on what kinds of benefits are in your insurance contract and how you are likely to be reimbursed. It’s also a good idea for you to find out what if any pre-authorizations, referrals, or treatment reports may be required by your insurer. Q: How long are sessions? A: Most sessions are 45 minutes long, with an additional few minutes for scheduling and paying. Extended sessions are sometimes scheduled; they are billed proportionately. (for example, double session = double fee) First sessions are generally an hour, with the last few minutes given over to scheduling and paying. Q: What are your fees? A: An initial session is $200. A regular 45 minute session is $140. Q: Do you take credit cards? A: Yes. You may pay by cash, check, Visa or MasterCard. Q: Do you prescribe medication? A: No. The law in Maryland (and in most states) does not permit psychologists to prescribe medication. Prescriptions are generally written by physicians, like your Primary Care Provider or a psychiatrist. | 
