Business Details
29 Years
experience
Expert Psychiatric Care Services in Howard City, MI
Psychiatric Associates of West Michigan was established in 1997 by a group of psychiatrists committed to delivering accessible, high-quality mental health care to adults in West Michigan. Our practice was founded to address systemic challenges in traditional healthcare settings, prioritizing compassionate, patient-centered treatment. With over 25 years of combined experience, our team focuses on timely access to care, ensuring patients receive prompt appointments and streamlined insurance coordination. Our dedicated staff works diligently to simplify the treatment process, from scheduling to billing, fostering a supportive environment for individuals seeking mental health services. We emphasize evidence-based medication management tailored to each patient's unique needs, collaborating with therapists when appropriate.Our practice accepts major insurance plans, including Priority Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield, while maintaining transparency in financial responsibilities. We believe mental health care should be both expert and empathetic, reflecting our commitment to the community's well-being. By maintaining office hours three days a week and offering clear communication channels, we strive to remove barriers to treatment. Our long-term vision is to continue providing reliable psychiatric services that adapt to evolving patient needs while upholding the highest standards of clinical excellence and ethical practice.
Services
Medication Management
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in psychiatric care.
- Our team provides compassionate and personalized treatment.
- We accept Priority Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurers.
- Our office ensures timely appointments and streamlined insurance coordination.
- We maintain transparent billing practices and dedicated patient support.
Services
Medication Management
Our physicians specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions through personalized medication plans. We conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine if medication is appropriate, selecting optimal treatments while monitoring effectiveness. Our approach integrates coordination with therapists when needed, ensuring holistic care for adults seeking long-term mental wellness solutions.
People
Henry Mulder, M.D.
Managing Partner, PAWM
Dr. Henry Mulder leads our practice with a focus on accessible psychiatric care. He collaborates with patients to develop individualized treatment plans, emphasizing medication management and evidence-based practices. His leadership ensures our team maintains clinical excellence and compassionate service standards.
Questions
What services does Psychiatric Associates of West Michigan offer?
We specialize in psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults. Our team creates personalized treatment plans while coordinating care with therapists when needed.
Which insurance plans do you accept?
We participate with Priority Health, Blue Care Network, BCBS PPO, and ASR Physicians Care. Patients are responsible for co-pays, deductibles, or non-covered benefits.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at (616) 719-4488 during office hours (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM) to schedule appointments and complete required forms.
What payment methods are available?
Payment is required at the time of service. We provide claim forms for out-of-network insurance reimbursement but do not bill insurance directly.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Our current office hours are limited to Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings. We recommend contacting us early to secure preferred appointment times.
Reviews (7)
Alicia G.
Nov 18, 2021
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I was initially incredibly impressed with this office and its staff. Even after I was incorrectly billed, I wrote it off as just one of those things that happens in a busy office, requested that the bill be resubmitted to insurance, and moved on. Then I increasingly had difficulty scheduling appointmentsI work third shift as a nurse and, when I attempted to explain this to the staff and that a late afternoon appointment works best, she attempted to schedule me for a 1pm appointment which I declined since, as I dont even get home from work until after 9am, I would still be asleep. She sighed
Paul Childress
Aug 31, 2020
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Very committed to helping me out. Dr. Fox is always very nice and interested in how Im doing or finding a solution if Im struggling. Staff are also very nice and helpful.
Rob Kolehouse
Jun 19, 2020
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Dr Mulder discharged me as a patient for having a collections balance...after I paid off the collections balance. Real nice.
Helen Stevenson
Sep 03, 2019
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I found Dr Mulder to be condescending and overall unhelpful. He put me on a medication with really bad side effects and made me feel like I was overreacting when I told him my concerns. Super short appointments, always left feeling worse. Do not recommend.
Ashley Seifert
Aug 08, 2019
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The first thing I want to say is about their cancellation policy. They charge you the ENTIRE cost of an appointment if you cancel within 24 hours of your appointment. If you have any other life obligations and cannot make this office your #1 priority, I suggest you find a different office that may care. The next issue I had was with Dr. Mulder. I went to him for a diagnosis and to start medications. The first appointment wasn't bad, kind of awkward, but not terrible. The next few appointments literally lasted less than 5 minutes. I expressed concerns with the medications that he
The first thing I want to say is about their cancellation policy. They charge you the ENTIRE cost of an appointment if you cancel within 24 hours of your appointment. If you have any other life obligations and cannot make this office your #1 priority, I suggest you find a different office that may care. The next issue I had was with Dr. Mulder. I went to him for a diagnosis and to start medications. The first appointment wasn't bad, kind of awkward, but not terrible. The next few appointments literally lasted less than 5 minutes. I expressed concerns with the medications that he
Emma Huisenga
Jun 16, 2019
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There are logistical and business issues, from unreturned calls to scheduling problems to billing problems (and always it seems at the client's expense), which just complete the picture of what these folks are about, but the core problem is the core of the practice - the psychiatrists. These are two doctors that have drunk the "chemical imbalance and I know all" coolaid, or rather gulped it without a sniff. They don't have a clue. They will, however, progressively try to bully you or threaten you into "complying" with their recommendations, or just drop you outright. I know two others that have
Paul Hazen
Sep 08, 2018
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I was seen at this office once for a consult. I left feeling dissected and re-traumatized and I gained very little information or insight. Every patient-provider relationship is different and I can only speak from my experience but I will not be returning to this office.
