We are categorized as “out-of-network” providers for insurance plans. We will provide the documentation required for you to bill your insurance company, and you will be reimbursed according to your out-of-network benefits. If you are unsure what your benefits are, please check with your insurance company prior to your appointment. In addition to our professional fees – there are the lab tests. Even though we are “out of network” – the labs we use may be in your network. We can provide you the list, for you to check with your insurance company.

No – physician referrals are not needed.

Your first visit is typically one hour long and will include review of your comprehensive medical history and a physical exam. Then, testing that is targeted to your symptoms and problems will be ordered. Treatment may be initiated at the first visit depending on your clinical situation. Please bring all of your medications and supplements (bottles) to your first visit for the doctor to review.

You will also have an hour long initial follow-up appointment after testing is done. At that visit, a comprehensive treatment plan will be developed for you. Subsequent visits will be 30 minutes long, typically, and will occur every 3-12 months depending on your progress.

Testing will be dependent upon your clinician's assessment of your conditions and diagnoses, but is likely to include some specialty testing beyond routine blood testing.  Some of the specialty testing we incorporate into your evaluation includes:
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1. DUTCH - Comprehensive Hormone Testing
2. GI Function Testing
3. Neurotransmitter Testing
4. Heavy Metal Testing
5. Food Sensitivity Testing
6. Saliva & Blood Spot Testing
7. Advanced Cardiovascular Testing
8. Targeted Genetic (Genome) Testing

Bioidentical hormones are available in some mass produced, pharmaceutical products available at any retail pharmacy. Examples of these include some patches and gels. Bioidentical hormones can also be custom formulated for you at a compounding pharmacy, usually in a cream form. Your prescription will depend on your specific needs and factors such as financial abilities and convenience of location.

We combine traditional medicine with complementary medicine – and prescribe what is best for the patient. So yes, we will prescribe other medications if necessary, not just bioidentical hormones.