What this listing means
Prickly Pear Therapy lists Medicaid among the plans connected with the practice, and 2 clinicians are currently shown on this page.
Insurance Accepted
Medicaid Therapists
Coverage overview
At Prickly Pear Therapy in Rio Rancho, Medicaid is currently listed among the insurance plans accepted by 2 clinicians, including Michelle Chavez and Dennis Chavez.
Insurance networks and benefits vary by plan. Before beginning services, confirm current participation, deductibles, copays or coinsurance, authorization requirements, and any limits directly with the practice and your insurer.
Telehealth is available across New Mexico. Availability can differ by clinician, service, and client location.
Browse the clinician profiles below for current availability and details. Contact Prickly Pear Therapy to ask questions, confirm fit, or discuss next steps.
Using Medicaid for therapy
Insurance participation and benefits can vary by clinician, service, location, and plan. Confirm the details that apply to you.
What to confirm before scheduling
Confirm that the specific clinician and service are in network, whether telehealth is covered, and whether a referral, authorization, or diagnosis is required. Participation can change.
Questions to ask your plan
Ask your plan about outpatient mental-health benefits, deductible, copay or coinsurance, visit limits, prior authorization, telehealth coverage, and how claims are processed.
Clinicians listing this plan
Clinicians listing Medicaid in Rio Rancho
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Accepting New ClientsTelehealthOwner & Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Michelle Chavez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Prickly Pear Therapy. She provides warm, collaborative care for children, teens, adults, and families, with an emphasis on recognizing each client’s strengths and creating practical paths toward healing and growth.
Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicaid Molina Healthcare Presbyterian TRICARE United Healthcare
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Not Accepting New ClientsLicensed Substance Abuse Associate
Dennis Chavez is a Licensed Substance Abuse Associate (LSAA) who provides compassionate addiction and recovery counseling, practical support, and a nonjudgmental space for meaningful, sustainable growth.
Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicaid Molina Healthcare Presbyterian TRICARE United Healthcare
Questions about using Medicaid
These answers are a starting point. Contact the practice to confirm what applies to your situation and current services.
Does Prickly Pear Therapy accept Medicaid?
Prickly Pear Therapy lists Medicaid among the plans connected with the practice, and 2 clinicians are currently shown on this page.
Does every clinician accept the same plans?
Not necessarily. Insurance participation can differ by clinician, credentialing status, location, service, and plan. The clinician cards on this page show who is currently connected with this plan, but coverage should still be confirmed.
What should I verify with my insurance plan?
Ask your plan about outpatient mental-health benefits, deductible, copay or coinsurance, visit limits, prior authorization, telehealth coverage, and how claims are processed.
What should I confirm before scheduling?
Confirm that the specific clinician and service are in network, whether telehealth is covered, and whether a referral, authorization, or diagnosis is required. Participation can change. You can also contact Prickly Pear Therapy for current practice participation and scheduling information.
What if I have a deductible, copay, or coinsurance?
Your health plan determines how your benefits apply. Ask the plan about the deductible, copay or coinsurance, authorization requirements, and how outpatient mental health visits are processed for the specific clinician.
What if my insurance changes?
Tell Prickly Pear Therapy as soon as possible and verify the new plan directly with the insurer. Network participation and benefits can change, even when the practice previously accepted a different plan.
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