My Practice
Enhanced Rheumatology Concierge Care Benefits Included as Part of the Practice Membership Fee
These offerings are not covered by Medicare or by other insurance plans. The small size of my practice allows my
office staff and me to provide you with the following membership benefits.
When you call my office during office hours there will be no complicated “phone menu” to navigate … only real people to take your call, with a real concern for your health and well-being. All phone calls will be answered in person or returned promptly.
This allows easy and direct communication for urgent
rheumatology-related problems, should such occur outside of my regular office hours. I will use my reasonable best efforts to be available to speak with you and help coordinate your care should an acute rheumatology concern
arise. (However, for medical emergencies, always call 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Department immediately.)
You will receive a prompt
response from me personally (usually within 24 hours) to text or email message(s). You may send a text message if a brief communication is appropriate. Because email and text communications are not encrypted thus not considered 100% privacy secure, please use your own discretion when electing to reach me via these platforms.
Appointments will generally be scheduled for
approximately 30 minutes, or longer if needed. My aim is to afford you the time to thoroughly address all of your
rheumatology-related questions and concerns.
As part of my commitment to your
long-term health and wellness, as relates to your rheumatology condition, my aim is to provide education for you
about the role of fitness, dietary measures, and healthy living. In addition to up-to-date conventional rheumatology
treatments, application of integrative modalities will be included in our approach, as applicable. These interventions
may range from use of health supplements, to movement and exercise, to dietary suggestions, and mind-body techniques, as appropriate for each specific case. This will support your effort to take an active role in managing
and maintaining your good health.
Monitoring of recommended laboratory tests, diagnostic studies such as x-rays, for example, and coordination of medication refills, applicable prior authorizations, and co-pay
assistance programs will be provided, to help support optimal treatment.
With a smaller, individual-focused practice, there will be ample time to coordinate care with your primary care physician and other specialists, as needed.