Question 1

Are you accepting new patients?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Thank you so much for your interest in the practice. Now accepting new child, teen, and adult patients as of Monday May 20, 2024. Just follow the three (3) REQUIRED steps on the Contact (https://www.peacelovesloths.com/contact)page to Request a Consultation.(https://www.peacelovesloths.com/contact)

Question 2

Do you accept health insurance?

Accepted Answer

I do not accept health insurances. However, a "superbill" may be provided to you to submit to your insurance for reimbursement. The "superbill" will show the retail value of the visits received (e.g. $600 for a new patient evaluation, $260 for a follow-up visit). Typically health insurances do not cover subscription fees so the monthly subscription fees will not be reflected on the "superbill." If you have further questions on this feel free to reach out.(https://www.peacelovesloths.com/contact)

Question 3

Do you offer therapy?

Accepted Answer

That is a great question.  I do not offer the typical psychotherapy which involves weekly to biweekly visits for an hour at a time but  I have been trained in the "old school" of psychiatry by some amazing psychologists and psychiatrists who have taught me to weave therapy into medication management appointments. Not all psychiatric problems require medication and a bit of curiosity and a little skill in therapy can go a long way to finding a solution that fits best for the patient and family.

Question 4

Do you offer in-person appointments?

Accepted Answer

As much as the world has moved toward virtual visits, there is no substitute for the in-person connection between a patient and their doctor especially for younger kids and teens. I offer both in-person and virtual appointments with the flexibility to change from one mode to the other even up to the last minute. I have a charming office space designed to be fun yet peaceful with lots of games and toys.

Peace Love Sloths Office
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Question 5

What is the age range of patients you treat?

Accepted Answer

It's a little confusing with all the sloths, but I definitely enjoy working with adults in addition to kids and teens. I will see children as young as age 4 and I also have some geriatric psychiatry experience and work with elderly adults without a maximum age range.

Faraaz Merchant D.O.
Board Certified Psychiatrist
Kids ● Teens ● Adults

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