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FAQ.
Welcome to our FAQ page! Here you'll find answers to common questions about our integrative medicine services. If you can't find the information you're looking for, feel free to reach out to us directly for assistance.
Frequently asked questions
General
Yes, we are currently accepting pediatric patients.
We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Aetna PPO, Priority Health PPO, and Medicare.
Before your appointment, it is recommended that you contact your insurance carrier to make sure our practice participates with your particular plan. This is also a great opportunity for you to ask questions and become familiar with your benefits. We will do our best to assist you in understanding your benefits, but we do encourage you to take a proactive role in all aspects of your health care, including insurance.
If your insurance does not cover your treatment, you are responsible to pay the remaining unpaid balance.
To refill your prescription, we ask that you email us or call several days prior to running out of your medication. Be prepared to give us your name, medication, dosage, along with the name and location of the pharmacy you would like your prescription sent. Please, give us 24-48 hours to handle your refill request.
• Certain prescriptions cannot be sent electronically and must be picked up in our office.
• Some medications require an office visit and/or bloodwork prior to refilling a prescription.
The office is still providing a variety of vitamins and supplements for our patients who need them. These will help give your body the extra nutrients it needs to operate at its optimal level.
• We will not be restocking inventory, as we are switching platforms for supplying supplements to our patients. You are welcome to call the office to check on supply levels of the supplement you wish to purchase.
• FullScript will be the new way to order supplements, delivered to your home for your convenience. You may request the link to be sent to you through your portal to order directly. Some supplements require doctor approval. If a restricted supplement is added to the cart, FullScript will send an approval request directly to the doctor. To be sure you won't run out of a desired supplement, please, be sure to leave enough time for ordering, approval, and delivery.
In the event of a true emergency, you need to CALL 9-1-1 or go to the Emergency Room immediately.
If you need to see a doctor and are a current patient, please, give us a call and we will make every attempt to fit you into the schedule. If you are a new patient or our schedule is completely booked, we recommend that you visit Urgent Care for treatment.
For non-urgent communication, we ask that you give us 24 to 48 hours to reply.
Integrative medicine uses a healing-oriented approach where the physician considers the patient as a whole before treating their symptoms. This allow them to find the root cause to your problem and draft a natural solution.
Unlike traditional medicine, our alternative approach focuses on finding the root cause of the problem instead of just the immediate symptoms. After uncovering the cause, the doctor may draft a natural healthcare plan tailored to each individual patient. Treatment plans can range from a change in diet to a new fitness, yoga or meditation routine to taking new vitamins or supplements. Integrative medicine also focuses on providing preventative care by helping to strengthen your body's overall immune system.
Integrative medicine provides less invasive opportunities to cure chronic and acute health issues. Using natural methods such as diet, exercise, yoga, meditation, and more. Integrative Medicine's philosophy is that no two patients are the same and should never be treated as such. For this reason, the doctor will work diligently to understand the root cause of each patient's symptoms and create a healthcare plan customized to the patient's needs and lifestyle. This enables a connection on a deeper level between provider and patient - resulting in better overall care.
Anyone who is suffering from acute or chronic pain can benefit from seeking integrative care. Whether you have severe or sudden back pain, chronic headaches, and migraines or are simply interested in practicing preventive care, Dr. Pease is prepared to provide you with the tools you need to optimize your body naturally.
Yes, it is recommended to make an appointment with the doctor if you are feeling acute or sudden pain. Ignoring these symptoms can be dangerous, as they can be signs of something more serious and can even lead to chronic issues in the future.
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