Aetna Better Health

Psychiatrists and nurse practitioners that accept Aetna Better Health of Illinois

Mugen Psychiatry is in-network with Aetna Better Health of Illinois, an Illinois Medicaid plan, for adult psychiatric evaluations and medication management, in person in Oak Brook and by telehealth across Illinois, and is accepting new patients.

Care at Mugen Psychiatry is provided by psychiatrists board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) and psychiatric nurse practitioners board-certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), in a physician-led practice.

We are a physician-founded practice centered on continuity and focusing on your individual needs. Your benefits are verified before scheduling your first appointment.

Seen in person at 600 W 22nd St, Suite 260, Oak Brook, IL 60523, convenient to Hinsdale, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Lombard, and Oakbrook Terrace, or by secure video anywhere in Illinois.

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Patients supported

80,000+

Visits completed

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Insurance plans accepted
What you get with Mugen
In-network with your Aetna Better Health Medicaid plan
Benefits verified on your first phone call
Standardized psychiatric clinical practice every visit
In person in Oak Brook (DuPage County) or telehealth statewide
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Check your benefits for free

Send us a few details and someone from our office will call you to verify your insurance and find your first appointment. No charge, no obligation.
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What Aetna Better Health covers at Mugen

Under Aetna Better Health, care with us typically includes a thorough psychiatric evaluation, ongoing medication management, and follow-up visits, in person at our Oak Brook office in DuPage County or by secure video anywhere in Illinois, including Chicago and Cook County. Our team verifies your benefits by phone before your first visit.

Psychiatric evaluation

A thorough first visit to understand your history, what you're experiencing now, and your goals, then a plan built together.

Medication management

Individualized medication management reviewed and adjusted with you over time to align with your goals.

Telehealth across Illinois

Most care can be delivered by secure video anywhere in Illinois, with in-person visits at our Oak Brook office.

We treat ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and OCD under your Aetna Better Health plan. Care is provided by our board-certified psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners, both in network under this plan.

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What Aetna Better Health members should know

Aetna Better Health of Illinois is Aetna’s Medicaid plan for HealthChoice Illinois. It comes from the same company as the Aetna coverage many people carry through work (Aetna is part of CVS Health), but it is a distinct plan with distinct rules, and this page answers for the Medicaid card specifically.

The member handbook is direct on both questions that matter most. On cost: Aetna Better Health of Illinois does not have cost sharing for HealthChoice members, apart from the spend-down arrangements some members maintain for eligibility. On access: no referral is needed for behavioral health or substance use treatment, which means you may contact us directly.

Psychiatric care at Mugen, including evaluation, medication management, and follow-up visits, is covered in person in Oak Brook or by video anywhere in Illinois. As with every plan we accept, our office verifies your coverage before your first visit, and Aetna Better Health member services can review the details of your own benefits at 1-866-329-4701 or aetnabetterhealth.com/illinois-medicaid.html.

YOUR PLAN
Aetna Better Health of Illinois (HealthChoice Illinois), in network at Mugen
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YOUR COST
No cost sharing for covered services, per the member handbook (spend-down arrangements excepted).
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REFERRAL
None required for behavioral health treatment. You may contact us directly.
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YOUR OWN BENEFITS
Aetna Better Health member services: 1-866-329-4701 (TTY 711) · Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm CT, 24-hour nurse line at the same number · aetnabetterhealth.com/illinois-medicaid.html
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Aetna through an employer? Aetna links to the commercial page. Also Illinois Medicaid: County Care, Molina Healthcare, Blue Cross Community, and How Medicaid works at Mugen.

Two resources answer what comes up most on this plan: does Illinois Medicaid cover psychiatrist visits, and what a visit costs. No referral is needed for behavioral health here, and we go plan by plan on the rest.

SOURCES: Aetna Better Health of Illinois Member Handbook, aetnabetterhealth.com: cost-sharing language, no-referral language, phone and hours all verified 8/1/2026
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Now accepting new patients

We are accepting new adult patients, in person in Oak Brook and by telehealth anywhere in Illinois. Someone from our office calls you first to verify your insurance and answer your questions.
New patient intakeWhat to expect
Your benefitsVerified first
Your insuranceConfirmed on your first call
First appointmentBooked on your benefits call
TelehealthAnywhere in Illinois
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We accept many major insurance plans in Illinois, including Medicaid and Medicare

See every plan we accept
Psychiatry accepting Medicare in Oak Brook and across Illinois
Psychiatry accepting Molina Healthcare in Oak Brook and across Illinois
Psychiatry accepting County Care in Oak Brook and across Illinois
Psychiatry accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois in Oak Brook and across Illinois
Psychiatry accepting Blue Cross Community Health Plans in Oak Brook and across Illinois
Psychiatry accepting Aetna in Oak Brook and across Illinois
Psychiatry accepting Aetna Better Health in Oak Brook and across Illinois
Psychiatry accepting Cigna in Oak Brook and across Illinois
Psychiatry accepting Optum in Oak Brook and across Illinois
Psychiatry accepting Carelon in Oak Brook and across Illinois
Psychiatry accepting Evernorth in Oak Brook and across Illinois
Psychiatry accepting United Healthcare in Oak Brook and across Illinois
Psychiatry accepting TriWest through VA Community Care in Oak Brook and across Illinois
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Care delivered by people who take the work seriously

Mugen is made up of licensed psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners who work across inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care settings. Our clinicians bring experience, clinical judgment, and a shared commitment to responsible, evidence-based psychiatry.
Alan Akira, psychiatrist and founder of Mugen Psychiatry

Alan Akira

Founder & CEO
MD
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Alan Akira

Founder & CEO
MD
Alan Akira, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology) treating adults in Oak Brook and by telehealth across Illinois.
Nene Takahashi, DO, MPH, psychiatrist at Mugen Psychiatry

Nene Takahashi

Psychiatrist
DO, MPH
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Nene Takahashi

Psychiatrist
DO, MPH
Nene Takahashi, DO, MPH, is a board-certified psychiatrist (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology) treating adults in Oak Brook and by telehealth across Illinois.
Christopher Lynn, DNP, PMHNP-BC, psychiatric nurse practitioner at Mugen Psychiatry

Christopher Lynn

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
DNP, PMHNP-BC
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Christopher Lynn

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
DNP, PMHNP-BC
Christopher Lynn, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (ANCC) practicing in a physician-led team.
Natalia Rysmanowska, DNP, PMHNP-BC, psychiatric nurse practitioner at Mugen Psychiatry

Natalia Rysmanowska

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
DNP, PMHNP-BC
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Natalia Rysmanowska

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
DNP, PMHNP-BC
Natalia Rysmanowska, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (ANCC) practicing in a physician-led team.
Erika Regacho, DNP, PMHNP-BC, psychiatric nurse practitioner at Mugen Psychiatry

Erika Regacho

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
DNP, PMHNP-BC
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Erika Regacho

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
DNP, PMHNP-BC
Erika Regacho, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (ANCC) practicing in a physician-led team.
Dasom Jang, DNP, PMHNP-BC, psychiatric nurse practitioner at Mugen Psychiatry

Dasom Jang

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
DNP, PMHNP-BC
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Dasom Jang

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
DNP, PMHNP-BC
Dasom Jang, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (ANCC) practicing in a physician-led team.
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Ready to get started with your care?

If you’re looking for thoughtful psychiatric care with clear next steps, our team is here to help. Scheduling a consultation is a simple way to talk through your needs and explore the right path forward.

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Aetna Better Health

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We know starting psychiatric care often comes with questions. Below are answers to some of the things people ask us most before scheduling a consultation.

Do you accept Aetna Better Health?

Yes. Mugen Psychiatry is in-network with Aetna Better Health for adult psychiatric care in Illinois. Reach out and we will confirm your benefits for free before your first visit.

Can I see an Aetna Better Health psychiatric provider by telehealth?

Yes. Most care, including evaluations and medication management, can be delivered by secure video anywhere in Illinois, with in-person visits available at our Oak Brook office.

Will my care be consistent at every visit?

Yes. We follow standardized psychiatric clinical practice, so you receive the same standard of care at every visit.

Where is your office located?

Our office is at 600 W 22nd St, Suite 260, Oak Brook, IL 60523, in DuPage County. We serve Chicago and Cook County in person and all of Illinois by secure telehealth.

Is Aetna Better Health different from regular Aetna?

Yes: same company, different plan. Aetna Better Health is Illinois Medicaid; the Aetna most people know is employer coverage. Both are in-network here, and each has its own page.

What do members pay for psychiatric visits?

Per the member handbook, Aetna Better Health of Illinois does not have cost sharing for covered services, apart from spend-down arrangements some members maintain. Member services at 1-866-329-4701 can confirm how this applies to your own coverage.

Do I need a referral for psychiatry?

No. The handbook states that no referral is needed for behavioral health or substance use treatment. You may reach out to us directly.
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If you're in crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or call 911. Mugen Psychiatry provides outpatient care and is not a 24/7 crisis service.

Medically reviewed by Alan Akira, MD · Last reviewed September 12, 2026