Frequently Asked Questions
Can I drop by and get my blood work done anytime?
You need to have seen one of our physicians for the condition for
which your blood work is being done, and the physician will leave an
order in the chart specifying which tests are to be done. Once an order
is in your chart, you may schedule a blood draw during office hours.
We strongly discourage blood testing for physicals from being done
before the physical, as the physician cannot know exactly what tests
will be needed until he/she has a chance to meet with you.
Do I have to fast for my physical?
For people who will be getting specific tests, including a cholesterol panel
or blood sugar test, please plan to fast for 8 hours prior to the
blood draw. (Fasting means nothing to eat or drink except water). If
your physical is in the afternoon, or you are unable to fast for other
reasons, you may return on a separate day for the fasting test.
Please note that blood cannot be drawn if you have been fasting more
than 16 hours.
How do I get a refill on my medication?
For refills on prescriptions, please contact your pharmacy who will
then call us to confirm the refill. Please allow 48 business hours to
process a refill request. If it has been a year or more since you were
seen in the clinic, you will need to set up an appointment before
refills are authorized. Medications such as antibiotics or narcotics
will not be refilled by phone and require an office visit. If you get
your prescriptions by mail, please bring the appropriate forms with you
to your visit so the physician can order your medications at that time.
It is always a good idea to bring your medications with you to your
appointment.
What forms of payment are accepted?
If we are a contracted provider with your insurance, we will bill
them directly. For co-payments and cash-paying patients, you may pay by
cash, check or credit card. We accept Visa, MasterCard, and American
Express.
Who do I talk to about billing questions?
Please call the phone number listed on the statement you receive by
mail (1-800-374-9504).
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