ABOUT OUR PRACTICE

We understand that entering into treatment can be unfamiliar and stressful.
We hope that the information below will be helpful.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with questions.

THE BASICS

THOUGHTFUL

Dr. Flynn both prescribes medications, and works with those not wishing to use medications. Prior to the first appointment, please be sure to review whether or not you are on medications with Dr. Flynn. She may need to speak with a prior doctor prior to prescribing medications for a new patient.

ATTENTIVE

DR. FLYNN PROVIDES PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGICAL SERVICES, AND FOCUS ON DETAILED, DIRECT AND SUPPORTIVE TREATMENT.

INDIVIDUALIZED

The first appointment is a 60 minute visit where Dr. Flynn will review your past medical, psychiatric and social history, as well as do a detailed review of what brought you to treatment. If applicable and with permission, Dr. Flynn would ideally review any recent laboratory testing you may have had. Dr. Flynn generally prefers to communicate with your therapist, as well as your other treating physicians. You may be asked to sign a release of information at a first visit if applicable.


SUPPORTIVE

Dr. Flynn deals broadly with psychiatric issues including ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Addiction and Personality Disorders, as well as with patients who cope with chronic medical illness. Some brief, supportive therapy naturally becomes a part of that. If a patient is looking for more in depth psychotherapy, Dr. Flynn can provide patients with referrals to trusted colleagues.


WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT WITH US

APPOINTMENTS AT BLUE HILL MEDICAL

ONGOING APPOINTMENTS

Initial Evaluation appointments are 60 minutes, and follow up visits are 30 minutes unless otherwise arranged. Appointments are scheduled back to back, so late arrivals will be able to be seen during the allotted time only.

APPOINTMENT FREQUENCY

Frequency varies depending on the needs of a patient. Usually the visits are scheduled closer together initially, and farther apart as treatment progresses. In order to safely continue to prescribe medications for patients, Dr. Flynn requires that a patient be seen at a minimum of 3 month intervals to remain an active patient. Dr. Flynn may require more frequent visits in order to safely continue treatment.

PHONE CALLS

Dr. Flynn does not charge to return phone calls, or emails. Generally issues that require more than a quick conversation are scheduled as office visits. Dr. Flynn cannot and will not confirm or deny treatment status of any patient to those who may call her, unless she has written permission from a patient.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Appointments must be cancelled 24 hours in advance or the full fee for the visit will be charged.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A NEW PATIENT
AT BLUE HILL MEDICAL?

CALL 203-302-9652

WE VALUE YOUR PRIVACY

Read the Privacy Policy

Dr. Flynn takes patient privacy and confidentiality very seriously. In addition to the laws that govern medical privacy, there are important things patients should know. Patient information of any kind will never be released to anyone without a patient’s prior knowledge and written consent, except in the case of a true life-threatening emergency, or as required by law.

If a patient wishes to file with their insurer, some information disclosure is required for that process, including diagnosis. Additionally, for some drugs that require prior authorization for payment by insurers, diagnosis and medication history may be required.

In many cases collaborating with a treating therapist, or other physician enhances care, and sometimes is necessary for safe treatment. Dr. Flynn will usually like to be in communication with a treating therapist at the beginning of care, and again as needed. In those instances, a written release of information will be reviewed with patients, and signed prior to any contact. A written release of information is also required if a patient wishes Dr. Flynn to communicate with family members, or others. Even if a written consent is previously signed, Dr. Flynn will typically notify a patient prior to any planned contact with others.

There are some rare instances where a doctor may be required by law to disclose information or records. In those cases Dr. Flynn adheres to the current legal requirements, and provides the minimum necessary information.

Dr. Flynn will never confirm or deny a treatment relationship to a person with whom she does not have written permission to speak. If there are questions or clarifications needed about privacy, please review these in person with Dr. Flynn.