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How long does a psychiatric medication evaluation take?

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Short answer

A first psychiatric evaluation is typically longer than a standard medical appointment, often 45 to 60 minutes, since it covers your full history, current concerns, and goals before any treatment plan is discussed.

Follow-up visits are usually shorter, since they build on the foundation set in the first evaluation.

Bringing a list of current medications and notes on past treatment can help the visit go more efficiently.

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