I think I’m bipolar, and I’m ready to see a doctor..?

Question by Smile & Wave: I think I’m bipolar, and I’m ready to see a doctor..?
My insurance is Tri Care Prime and I have a PCM but do I need to see him to get a referral to a specialist? I’ve felt like something was off my whole life and being married now with a 2 year old I don’t want to do this anymore. Depression is not the predominant, I have looooong bouts of insomnia and ‘highs’ but when I come down it’s really bad. It’s gotten much worse lately, causing stupid fights between myself and my family and I KNOW I am being irrational. What kind of medication would I be prescribed? I’m scared to start taking several different medicines as addiction and abuse runs in my family (both my parents). I need something to help me sleep, and help me be myself again. It’s not fair to my daughter, or husband, or to myself to be half the woman I could be.. if I had help.
wanted to add that my insomnia has been so bad the past couple of weeks that I have been having to take Unisom to even relax. It’s taking at least three now.

Best answer:

Answer by the Dude of Life
You can call your insurance company to find out what your benefits are and if you need a referral, etc. Put your info into the automated system and then say “Customer Service” and it will get you to a real person….I verify insurance for my moms medical practice 🙂 let me know if you need any help….I can ask her for advice (and it’s free)

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