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- What Medications are safe to take during pregnancy?
Go to our Resource page and click the link to view our list of safe medications, vaccines and more.
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- What medical insurance companies are you a provider for?
We bill for a lot of different insurance companies. But, we are contracted providers for Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and HMO, Healthlink HMO and PPO, Mercy Health plans, CCO/DBL, First Health Network, PHCS, United Healthcare, Mercy Care Plus (in process), Healthcare USA, Medicare, and GHP. If your insurance is not listed, contact your insurance company by calling the number on the back of your card.
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- How long before I can get an appointment?
We offer same-day appointments for urgent problems and can accomodate most schedules.
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- How often should I have a Pap Smear?
Dr Schwartz agrees with the American College of Obstetrics and Gynelcology that women should have a yearly physical examination and pap smear unless you have had a hysterectomy for a benign condition.
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- How soon should I schedule an appointment if I'm pregnant?
Prenatal visits are extremely important for you and your developing baby. We encourage you to schedule an appointment as soon as you find that you are pregnant.
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- How long will it take for my doctor to call me back if I call during office hours?
Patients are encouraged to call the office with questions concerning their health. However, unless it is of an emergent matter, your call will be returned by Dr. Schwartz or a staff member at the earliest possible time. (Telephone calls are a common reason of physicians running behind schedule!) Please furnish the receptionist with all necessary information regarding your concerns so we can be sure to have a complete and satisfying answer for you.
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- How can I get my prescription refilled?
Prescription refill requests should be made several days before you run out. Please check with your pharmacist first as he/she may already have permission to refill a prescription. For legality reasons and the sake of safety, we do not diagnose nor prescribe medications by telephone at any time.
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- If I need additional testing do I have to go to the hospital?
We perform several diagnostic tests and treatment in our office. Click the "services" link to view some of our in-office procedures.
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- What are my payment options?
Our office accepts MasterCard, Visa, American Express, CareCredit, Cash, Check or Money Order. We also take your payment over the phone.
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- Who do I speak to if I have a billing question?
Ask for Kim in the billing department for claim or insurance questions or Kat regarding patient balance or account payment questions.
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- Do you accept new patients?
YES!
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