Why virtual care matters outside the city
NYCE PPO covers members across the New York metro area, including Long Island and the Hudson Valley — not just the five boroughs. Outside the city, local access to psychiatry can be limited, with long drives and longer waitlists. Virtual psychiatry closes that gap: you meet a NY-licensed clinician over secure video without leaving your area.
Because the visit is telepsychiatry with an in-network participating provider, it is covered under NYCE PPO the same way an in-network office visit would be — typically with a copay.
Where you can be seen
You must be physically located in New York State at the time of your visit to see a NY-licensed clinician. That includes all of Long Island — Nassau and Suffolk counties — and the Hudson Valley, from Westchester and Rockland north through Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, and Ulster counties.
Our clinicians are also licensed in additional states. If you travel or split your time, let us know during intake where you will be located so we can confirm availability.
Practice statement: East Coast Telepsychiatry is in-network with NYCE PPO and offers same-week appointments for new patients in nearly all cases. Psychiatric evaluation and medication management are the in-network covered services; therapy is self-pay.
What is covered
- Psychiatric evaluation with a NY-licensed prescriber (typically 45–60 minutes).
- Ongoing medication management and follow-up visits (typically 15–30 minutes).
- Secure, HIPAA-compliant video visits from home or anywhere private in New York State.
- No referral required to book.
Your prescriber
Amy Pharr, APRN, PMHNP-C, is a NY-licensed psychiatric clinician who provides psychiatric evaluation and medication management for NYCE PPO members across the region. Her approach centers on personalized treatment planning — finding the right balance for each person with attention to effectiveness and tolerability.
Frequently asked questions
Can I see a NY-licensed psychiatrist if I live on Long Island or in the Hudson Valley?
Yes. As long as you are physically located in New York State at the time of your visit, you can meet with our NY-licensed clinician over secure video — whether you are on Long Island, in Westchester, or further up the Hudson Valley.
Is telepsychiatry covered by NYCE PPO outside the five boroughs?
Yes. NYCE PPO covers members across the New York metro area, and telepsychiatry with an in-network participating provider is covered the same way as an in-network office visit.
Do I need a referral?
No. NYCE PPO does not require a referral to see an in-network behavioral health provider. You can book directly.
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Non-affiliation: East Coast Telepsychiatry is an independent telepsychiatry practice that participates in the NYCE PPO network. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by NYCE PPO, EmblemHealth, UnitedHealthcare, or the City of New York. Plan names and network details are described for informational purposes only; official plan documents govern your benefits. For authoritative coverage details, contact the number on the back of your member ID card.