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QUESTION: We are having a difficult time getting a psychiatrist to see our consumers that have high support needs, non-verbal, and aggressive. Who are using as a psychiatrist and are they open for referrals? We have been using Virtual Consult MD, and I’m not sure if they are taking referrals or not. I am also not sure what areas they serve. We are in Evansville, IN. Gaurav Kaushal, MD, CEO www.virtualconsultmd.com. We have a psychiatric nurse practitioner that is doing great work with some of our folks. We do however have a strict policy on attendance and timeliness with an expectation that the entire team be involved in the planning and care for our folks – including the behavioral consultant and nurse as appropriate. This information is a compilation of suggestions, ideas, and opinions shared by INARF Members in response to the featured question. This information should not be considered official interpretation or guidance of State or Federal Policy. Additionally, statements within this document do not necessarily reflect an official position or opinion of INARF.