At The Woodlands Institute for Health & Wellness, you are not a patient, rather you are part of a team.
Dr. McManus and her staff are passionate
about offering the finest personal attention and medical care to their
patients. They spend ample time with each patient in order to understand
the causes of their symptoms and educate them about the solutions. It
might be unusual for a patient to spend a large amount of time exploring
symptoms with a doctor, but this is the standard practice at The
Woodlands Institute for Health & Wellness.
Menopause Program
This program is great for individuals who are generally healthy, but suffering with menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, decreased libido, vaginal dryness, and/or difficulty sleeping. A wellness consultant will help you determine if you are a candidate for this particular program.
This program includes:
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A one-hour consultation with our Physician Assistant which includes a complete medical history, physical exam, and neutralizing drops for immediate symptom relief.
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Weekly progress checks (by phone or email) with our nurse for the first 5 weeks until your first follow-up visit.
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A customized supplement regimen that will support your overall health.
Hormone and Nutrition Program
This program is great for premenopausal women or any woman having hormonal imbalances prior to menopause.
This program includes:
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Hormone assessment and treatment with a certified Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. (Does not include treatment for thyroid or adrenal disorders)
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Physical exam and progesterone neutralizing drops for immediate relief of symptoms
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Separate nutritional counseling, including grocery store tour and sampling of yeast free recipes
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Weekly progress checks by phone or email with the medical staff to follow your progress and adjust medication for the first five weeks
Natural Hormones
Natural, compounded hormones will be prescribed if needed. The amount will vary, depending upon the physician’s recommendations. This range is generally $50-$150 per month for most patients. This is not included in the initial investment.
Vitamins and Supplements
Additionally, vitamin and mineral supplementation will be recommended. This investment will average $25-$100 per month. This is not included in the initial investment.
Follow-up Visits and Services
The follow-up visits are $125. Any lab work will be billed to your insurance, if applicable. In general, you will need an initial follow up visit approximately six weeks after your evaluation. The frequency and extent of future follow up visits depends on your progress. However, the average patient will need follow up once every three to six months.
Bone Density Scan (DEXA)
A Bone density study may be ordered to assess current bone health. Men and young women are not immune to bone loss. If you have insurance that covers a DEXA scan, it will be billed through your insurance. If this is not covered by your insurance, or if you do not have insurance, we've made arrangements with a nearby facility that will perform the scan for only $100.
In Regards to Insurance
Because we are committed to enabling our patients to obtain and maintain health and wellness naturally, and the services provided by us are based upon a natural and preventative approach, it is rare that they are covered by insurance companies. Once your claim for your initial visit is submitted, if records are requested (which occurs about 70% of the time), it will likely be denied by your insurance company as “not medically necessary”. Because of unsuccessful past experiences in attempting to assist patients with their appeals, we are unable to provide any additional assistance beyond submitting medical records. If, by chance, your claim is processed without review, the most that is usually paid is about 40% of the entire wellness evaluation. You may submit receipts for your medications to your insurance company, and may be reimbursed for them. Many plans will count the evaluation costs towards your deductible.
Please know that if you are eligible for Medicare, Medicaid or Champus, you must sign a waiver. This waiver is required by these government agencies and states that you understand that you are waiving your rights to file your claim to, and seek reimbursement from, Medicare, Medicaid or Champus or any insurance coverage secondary to any of those.
In all cases, we appreciate and expect payment in full for our services at the time they are rendered, and in return, we pledge to provide you with exceptional attention and medical care as we place you on a life-long path of health and wellness.
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