Why Is the Wait Usually Shorter Here?
Most psychiatrists keep standard weekday hours. Dr. Yadav does not.
Because he works on weekends and is flexible with late evening hours, appointments open up that simply do not exist at most practices. If you are searching for a psychiatrist on a Tuesday and need to be seen before the weekend, that flexibility matters.
Ansh Health Associates is a telehealth-only practice serving Maryland. Every appointment happens by video. There is no commute, no waiting room, and no geographic limit within the state. If you can get online, you can be seen.
Can a Prescription Be Started at the First Visit?
Yes, if the evaluation supports it.
Dr. Yadav is direct about this: a prescription can be started if deemed necessary during the first visit, and that visit can be done by video. You do not need an in-person appointment to begin medication in Maryland.
The first appointment is a psychiatric evaluation, typically 60 minutes. Dr. Yadav reviews your history, symptoms, and goals, and if medication is appropriate, you leave that visit with a plan. Follow-up medication management appointments are usually 30 minutes.
What Should You Have Ready So the First Appointment Moves Fast?
Completing the intake forms before your appointment makes a difference.
If a patient completes the screening forms in the portal before their appointment, it helps Dr. Yadav get information about their history before the visit. That preparation lets the appointment move faster and focus on what matters most to you.
The portal collects the standard psychiatric intake information: current symptoms, past treatment, medications you have tried, family history, and what you are hoping to address. Filling it out beforehand means less paperwork during the visit and more time for conversation.
What Conditions Does Ansh Health Associates Treat?
Dr. Yadav sees adults for a range of psychiatric conditions, including:
- ADHD (adult diagnosis and medication management)
- Anxiety disorders
- Depression
- Bipolar disorder
- PTSD
- OCD
- Alcohol and opioid use disorders (including Suboxone maintenance)
- Dual diagnosis (mental health and substance use together)
He also offers pharmacogenetic testing to help identify which medications may work best based on your genetics.
How Does Payment Work?
Ansh Health Associates is out-of-network with insurance. You pay before the visit, and the practice provides a superbill you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. Many out-of-network plans cover a portion of the cost.
The tradeoff for paying out of pocket is access. No prior authorizations. No waiting for insurance approval. No surprise denials after the fact.
Is Telehealth as Effective as In-Person Psychiatry?
For medication management and talk therapy, yes. Research consistently shows that psychiatric care delivered by video produces outcomes comparable to in-person visits. What matters is the quality of the evaluation and the follow-up.
Telehealth also removes barriers. If you work long hours, have childcare responsibilities, or simply do not want to spend an hour driving to an appointment, video visits let you get care without rearranging your day.
How to Book an Appointment
To see how it works or schedule your first appointment, visit the contact page or book through Zocdoc. A 15-minute consultation is available if you want to speak with Dr. Yadav before committing to a full evaluation.
Questions About Getting Started With a Maryland Psychiatrist
Can I be seen if I have tried other psychiatrists and nothing worked?
Yes. Dr. Yadav sees patients who have had poor responses to previous medications or who want a second opinion on their current treatment plan.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly.
Can controlled medications like stimulants or Suboxone be prescribed by telehealth?
Yes. Maryland allows these prescriptions via telehealth when clinically appropriate.