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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Check out the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions below. If there’s something you need more details about that isn’t mentioned here, please get in touch for more information. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

  • What is your new patient procedure?
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  • I don’t have my insurance card with me, can I still receive treatment?
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  • How much will my copayment be?
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  • What conditions do you work with?
    Our Functional Medicine Physicians treat the following chronic health concerns (but not limited to): Acne Alzheimer’s Disease And Dementia Arthritis Asthma Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD, ADHD Autoimmune Diseases Cancer Prevention Chronic Fatigue Chronic Sinusitis Depression And Anxiety Detoxification And Healing Diabetes Digestive Disorders (IBD, IBS, GERD/Reflux) Eczema/Psoriasis Elevated Cholesterol Environmental And Food Allergies Fatigue Female Disorders (PMS, Menopause, Infertility, PCOS) Fibromyalgia Healthy Aging Healthy Weight And Metabolism Heart Health Hormone Balance Interstitial Cystitis Low Testosterone Lyme Diesase Mercury And Heavy Metal Toxicity Metabolic Syndrome, Pre-Diabetes, Insulin Resistance Migraines And Headaches Multiple Sclerosis Obesity Osteoporosis Parkinson’s Disease Restless Leg Syndrome Sleep/Insomnia Thyroid And Adrenal Disorders
  • What makes Pine Forest Fuctional Medicine unique from other practices?
    We are unique from other medical practices because we seek to co-create realistic, comprehensive care plans through a therapeutic partnership between you and our care team. Our goal is to not only restore any symptoms of imbalance and dysfunction through root-cause identification, but set you up for vibrant, optimal health. Our care paths are designed in a sequence of Lifestyle | Genetics | Medical, based on the fact that health outcomes are optimized by an equal balance of lifestyle and medical interventions based on each person’s unique genetic makeup. The mission of our team is to provide care to those who are seeking a holistic, preventative, evidence-based, and collaborativeapproach to health and wellness.
  • What is Functional Medicine?
    Functional medicine is a holistic approach to health and wellness. Conventional medicine looks at the various systems of the body as isolated. Functional medicine looks at the body as a whole. Rather than recommending.
  • Do you accept insurance?
    No, for Functional Visits insurance will not accept claims. Because we are a cash-based practice, our medical providers have the freedom to make recommendations for testing, appointments, etc. that they believe are medically necessary and effective. Medical providers who practice within an insurance-model are limited to ordering tests and making recommendations that an insurance company approves. Ultimately, we believe that an insurance-based model prohibits your medical provider from making recommendations and providing care that is the most efficient and effective in addressing the cause of symptoms and preventing symptoms of imbalance or dysfunction.
  • Do you offer telemedicine consultations?
    We offer the option to have your appointment virtually for the majority of your care. However, we require you to have your initial medical appointment in person so that your medical provider can complete a comprehensive physical exam. After the initial medical visit, most of your follow-ups can take place virtually. Please note that the frequency in which you need to be seen in person will be determined by your medical provider. We require an in-person visit annually at minimum.
  • What is your cancellation policy?
    Appointments must be canceled at least 24 hours in advance or you will incur a cancellation fee of $50. this is to allow the courtesy to other patients whom what to been sooner the ability to come in the vacant allotted time.
  • Does functional health care cost more than standard medical care?
    We believe that it’s important to recognize the value of services that are rendered when determining if the out-of-pockets expenses are worthwhile. Just because something is covered does not make it cheaper. In fact, our average autoimmune patient saves over tens of thousands of dollars each year in medical expenses utilizing functional health care over pharmaceutical management. It’s also important to note that functional health care is both reactive and preventative, causing your healthcare expenses to cost less over time versus the allopathic model which gets more and more expensive over time (more testing, more medications, more ER visits).
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