FAQ
How do appointments and cancellations work?
- Set up a free 15-minute discovery call to speak with Dr. Fitz. This is an opportunity to meet her and decide if working with her is right for you.
- Once you have decided that you want to make an appointment, you will be given a patient portal account.
- Complete the pre-appointment questionnaires.
- Once you have submitted all of your questionnaires, call the office to schedule your initial appointment.
- Call 203-900-4194 to get started!
What about lab testing?
- Dr. Fitz will likely recommend routine blood work and advanced functional medicine testing such as nutrition tests, stool microbiome tests, hormone metabolism tests, and more.
- Most insurance carriers pay for the majority of specialized, functional medicine tests, but patients typically have some out of pocket costs. We will discuss ahead of time what your co-pays might be based on your insurance.
How does insurance and billing work?
- Women’s Integrative Health does not accept any insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare.
- We bill based on the time spent with each patient. Our current hourly rate is $500/hour.
- We provide you with an invoice containing all necessary codes that you can submit to your insurance for any out-of-network reimbursement that your plan allows.
- Please note that phone and video conference visits may not be reimbursed by your insurance carrier at the same rate as an in-person visit.
Can Dr. Fitz by my regular doctor?
- No, Dr. Fitz acts as a consultant. All patients are advised to maintain a relationship with their primary care and full-scope women’s health provider.
- Dr. Fitz does not provide urgent or emergent care, does not deliver babies or perform surgery.
Please email or call our office to learn more about visit costs.