Find a psychiatrist in North Miami Beach, FL — covered by insurance

Start by identifying the type of care you need — whether that's medication management, a psychiatric evaluation, or a combination of therapy and medication. On Headway, you can browse psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners in North Miami Beach and nearby areas. Every provider listed is accepting new patients, and providers are licensed. You can review detailed bios to learn about each provider's specialties, approach, and background, then book a session directly.

The cost of a psychiatry session depends on your insurance plan, your provider, and the type of visit. On Headway, once you select a provider and enter your insurance details, you'll see an estimated session cost before you book. Your out-of-pocket expense may be as low as $0 per session, but costs vary based on your location and exact insurance coverage. There is no charge to search for a provider or create an account on Headway.

Most insurance plans include some level of coverage for mental health care, though coverage for psychiatry and medication management may differ from coverage for therapy. On Headway, you can enter your insurance plan details to check whether your benefits are supported and to see estimated session costs. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans. You can also verify your coverage by visiting your insurance company's website, reviewing your explanation of benefits (EOB) for "behavioral health benefits," or calling your insurance company directly.

Many psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners on Headway offer virtual appointments. Most insurance plans cover virtual visits with a psychiatrist. When you enter your insurance details on Headway, you can confirm whether virtual sessions are covered by your specific plan. Virtual appointments are especially common for follow-up medication management visits.

Psychiatrists are medical doctors (MDs or DOs) who complete medical school and a psychiatry residency, while psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) are advanced practice nurses with specialized training in mental health care. Both can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and provide medication management. In Florida, PMHNPs have full practice authority, meaning they can prescribe independently. On Headway, you can find both psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners, and provider bios include details about their credentials and approach.

Whether you need a referral depends on your insurance plan. Some plans allow you to self-refer to a psychiatrist, while others require a referral from a primary care physician. You can check your plan's requirements by contacting your insurance company or reviewing your benefits summary. If a referral is required, your primary care provider can help direct you to the right type of care.