How to use Amerigroup for therapy in Georgia.
Step-by-step guide to using your Amerigroup Medicaid insurance for therapy in Georgia. Learn about $0 copay benefits, no referral needed, and how to start therapy.
The four-step play
From benefits check to first session.
We do steps 1–3 with you over the phone if you’d rather skip the legwork.
Confirm Your Amerigroup Medicaid Enrollment
Verify your Amerigroup Georgia Medicaid coverage is active. Call Amerigroup member services at 1-800-600-4441 or check your online portal.
- Confirm your Amerigroup plan is active and current
- Amerigroup Medicaid members typically pay $0 for therapy
- No deductible applies for most behavioral health services
- Ask about any visit limits for outpatient therapy
- Have your Amerigroup member ID number ready
Find an In-Network Amerigroup Provider in Georgia
MentalSpace Therapy is in-network with Amerigroup Georgia. In-network means $0 copay for most Medicaid members.
- Call MentalSpace Therapy at 404-832-0102 to verify your Amerigroup coverage
- Search Amerigroup's provider directory at amerigroup.com
- Filter by behavioral health providers in Georgia
- No referral is needed for outpatient therapy
- Ask about telehealth and online therapy options
Schedule Your First Therapy Session
Contact MentalSpace Therapy to schedule your first appointment. We confirm your Amerigroup eligibility and $0 copay before your visit.
- Provide your Amerigroup member ID and date of birth
- Share your therapy goals and preferences
- No referral required -- schedule directly with MentalSpace Therapy
- Ask about evening and weekend availability
- Telehealth sessions are available for online therapy
Attend Your Session at No Cost
Most Amerigroup Medicaid members pay $0 for therapy. MentalSpace Therapy bills Amerigroup directly for all covered services.
- No copay is typically due at time of service
- MentalSpace Therapy handles all claims and billing with Amerigroup
- Bring your Amerigroup card to each appointment
- You may receive an EOB showing covered services at no cost
- Contact MentalSpace Therapy billing if you receive any unexpected bills
What’s usually covered
Common Amerigroup therapy benefits.
Plans vary — confirm with us before your first session.
Individual Therapy
$0 copay for most Amerigroup Medicaid members
Family/Couples Therapy
Covered at $0 copay for Medicaid-eligible members
Teen/Child Therapy
Mental health services for children and adolescents covered
Telehealth Sessions
Online therapy covered at the same rate as in-person
No Referral Required
Direct access to behavioral health providers without referral
Crisis Services
Emergency behavioral health services covered
Amerigroup therapy FAQ
The questions members ask first.
Does Amerigroup really cover therapy at no cost?
Yes. Most Amerigroup Georgia Medicaid members pay $0 copay for outpatient mental health services at in-network providers like MentalSpace Therapy.
Can my children get therapy through Amerigroup?
Yes. Amerigroup covers mental health services for children and adolescents through the Georgia Families and PeachCare programs.
Does Amerigroup cover online therapy?
Yes. Amerigroup covers telehealth therapy sessions at the same rate as in-person visits when provided by an in-network provider.
What happens if my Amerigroup eligibility changes?
Contact the Georgia Department of Community Health to renew your Medicaid. If your coverage lapses, MentalSpace Therapy offers affordable self-pay rates.
Does Amerigroup cover substance use counseling?
Yes. Amerigroup covers outpatient substance use counseling and behavioral health services when provided by a licensed, in-network provider.
We’ll verify your Amerigroup benefits free of charge.
Have your member ID handy. We’ll tell you your exact copay before your first session.