Practice Policies
Controlled Substance Statement
Cedar & Sage Mental Health – Controlled Substance Prescribing Statement
Cedar & Sage Mental Health may prescribe controlled substances (including stimulants for ADHD, anxiolytics, or other medications) only when clinically appropriate and after a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation. Controlled substances are never guaranteed.
We follow all Washington State laws, federal laws, and professional guidelines related to controlled substance prescribing. This includes ongoing monitoring, periodic follow-up visits, and review of the Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP).
Controlled substances will not be prescribed if it is unsafe, clinically inappropriate, or if there is evidence of misuse or diversion. Patients must participate in recommended follow-up visits and comply with all treatment agreements.
TELEHEALTH STATEMENT
Cedar & Sage Mental Health – Telehealth Services Statement
Cedar & Sage Mental Health provides psychiatric evaluation and medication management services through secure, HIPAA-compliant Zoom Platform. Telehealth is available to patients who are physically located in the state of Washington at the time of their appointment.
We use an encrypted, secure platform to protect your health information and maintain confidentiality. Telehealth is appropriate for many psychiatric services, but it may not be suitable for all conditions or situations. Your provider will determine whether telehealth is clinically appropriate for you.
Telehealth visits are not for emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical or psychiatric emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. You may also contact the Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting 988.
Cedar & Sage Mental Health does not dispense or sell prescription medications. All prescriptions are sent to a licensed pharmacy of the patient’s choice.
Telehealth Limitations (Washington State Requirements)
Patients must be physically located in Washington State during telehealth visits, be able to verify their identity and location, and have access to a private, safe environment for sessions.
Your provider may request in-person visits if clinically indicated.
PATIENT VERIFICATION DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
Cedar & Sage Mental Health – Patient Verification Disclosure
For all telehealth appointments, patients must:
Provide accurate, truthful, and complete identifying information.
Verify their identity before or during the visit (e.g., name, date of birth, photo ID if requested).
Confirm their physical location within the state of Washington at the time of the appointment.
Provide accurate medical history, including current medications, diagnoses, and past treatments.
Failure to provide accurate information may limit our ability to deliver safe and appropriate care. Cedar & Sage Mental Health reserves the right to decline telehealth services if identity or location cannot be verified.
Right to Refer or Decline Care
Cedar & Sage Mental Health reserves the right to:
Refer patients to higher levels of care when needed
Decline or discontinue services if treatment safety cannot be maintained
Recommend alternative treatment modalities
Adjust treatment plans to ensure patient safety
