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FAA Psychiatry Services

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Sunrise Psychiatry provides FAA-required psychiatric evaluations for pilots who have received correspondence from the Federal Aviation Administration requesting a mental health evaluation. These services are performed in person and are designed to meet FAA documentation requirements for initial and follow-up psychiatric evaluations.

This service is primarily utilized by commercial pilots and is available to pilots based in Arizona or those able to travel for an in-person evaluation.

FAA- Required Psychiatric Evaluations for Pilots

The FAA may request a psychiatric evaluation as part of the medical certification process when reviewing a pilot’s mental health history, medication use, or prior diagnoses. These evaluations are used by the FAA to assess clinical history, current functioning, and overall stability as it relates to aviation safety.

Sunrise Psychiatry performs FAA-required psychiatric evaluations in accordance with FAA expectations and documentation standards. 

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Conditions Commonly Reviewed by the FAA

FAA psychiatric evaluations may involve review of one or more of the following:

 

  • Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Anxiety disorders

  • Depressive disorders

  • SSRI use (past or current)

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • Adjustment disorders

  • Substance use history

 

Each evaluation is individualized and based on the specific request outlined in the FAA’s correspondence.

Our Role in the FAA Evaluation Process

Dr. DePriest serves as a psychiatrist performing FAA-required psychiatric evaluations. This includes:

  • Initial FAA psychiatric evaluations

  • Follow-up psychiatric evaluations requested by the FAA

  • Review of FAA correspondence and requirements

  • Comprehensive psychiatric assessment

  • Preparation of FAA-appropriate documentation

  • Guidance throughout the evaluation process

  • Necessary professional communication related to the evaluation


Sunrise Psychiatry’s role is limited to the psychiatric evaluation and required documentation as requested by the FAA.

FAA Psychiatric Evaluation Process

The typical process includes:

  1. The FAA issues a letter requesting a psychiatric evaluation

  2. The pilot schedules an in-person appointment with Sunrise Psychiatry

  3. A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation is completed

  4. Required documentation is prepared in accordance with FAA guidelines

  5. Guidance is provided regarding next steps and submission

Appointments are scheduled after the FAA letter has been received.

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Important Service Information

To ensure clarity before scheduling, please note:

  • In-person evaluations only

  • Cash-pay service

  • Pricing is discussed during scheduling

  • Pilots are responsible for obtaining and providing:

    • Prior medical records

    • Psychological or neuropsychological testing (if required)

    • Laboratory work (if requested by the FAA)

  • This service is limited to FAA-required psychiatric evaluations and does not include ongoing psychiatric treatment or therapy

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Who this Service is For

This service is intended for:

  • Commercial pilots

  • Pilots who have received an FAA request for a psychiatric evaluation

  • Pilots located in Arizona or able to travel for an in-person evaluation

Next Steps

If you have received a letter from the FAA requesting a psychiatric evaluation, Sunrise Psychiatry can assist with the required assessment and documentation.

To schedule an appointment, please contact our office and request FAA Aviation Psychiatry services. Appointments are scheduled once FAA correspondence has been received.

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We accept most major insurances such as: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Medicare and more.

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