Finding interim medical help

Submitted by anontnturntable t3_znfm1q in rva

I’m waiting for my first appointment with a new PCP- scheduled 3 months ago, and still a month away. I’ve started having stomach pains that have been worsening, and the doctor’s office will not try to work me in as a cancellation. Does anyone have a recommendation for somewhere I can be seen quickly without being established? Any actually good urgent cares that are connected to a larger hospital or network of doctors?

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skeevy-stevie t1_j0gnvlk wrote

Maybe a different, new, PCP? They don’t sound too accommodating.

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Vajama77 t1_j0gx0xz wrote

It's very hard to even find a doctor who's taking new patients, and then there is usually a 3-5 month wait.

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2ndruncanoe t1_j0h06pa wrote

I like patient first. They offer PCP services as well, which means a lot of times your visit is billed as PCP vs emergent care.

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PercyDovetonsils t1_j0glqzv wrote

For what it's worth, HCA bought BetterMed but I don't know if that gets you anything. Both HCA and Bon Secours also have emergency centers in the area.

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what-the-what24 t1_j0goo5e wrote

I’ve had great luck with BetterMed over the years. BetterMed is staffed by mostly emergency room personnel from around the area and they are great at diagnosing and addressing issues. Specifically, about 4 years ago I had terrible abdominal pain and saw Dr Juan at the Willow Lawn location. He did X-rays and bloodwork at BetterMed and ordered a CT scan that same evening at St Mary’s to confirm that I had diverticulosis and he got the Willow Lawn CVS pharmacy to stay open 10 mins after closing time so that I could get started on antibiotics ASAP. Last summer, another Dr correctly diagnosed my daughter’s yeast allergy (pediatrician and dermatologist thought her hives was just a rash) by asking a lot of great questions about her diet and reactions to food. An allergist confirmed her yeast allergy, which she now carries an epi pen for! Probably TMI but wanted to share my experience in case it’s helpful!!

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GMUcovidta t1_j0gn28j wrote

BetterMed Urgent care

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FalseSystem6055 t1_j0gp8fz wrote

My preferred urgent care is the Bon Secours on Brook Rd near VCC.

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BlueXTC t1_j0gw0um wrote

Try Dr Manetas he is a fantastic internist and his group managed to get my gf in quickly when her gastroperisis acted up with a really bad flare. They also accept medicare/medicaid. 804.559.6194. Ask for him specifically. He takes care of my entire family.

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Ok_Comedian_5697 t1_j0jjqb6 wrote

@OP if you can afford to pay $70ish per month for now, try Dandelion Health. It’s a direct primary care practice, but will be able to see you same day or next day until you get in with a place that accepts your insurance. ALSO, I suggest you try pursuing a new PCP office. 4 months wait time in not normal. And thety sound too rigid. This is coming from someone who works in healthcare

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WouldbeRVAtourguide t1_j0hm08h wrote

Also calling your insurance company and explaining that you have x issue for y time and z family/personal history may motivate them to help either skip a referral/get a new pcp or find a specialist. Insurance would rather catch a problem early in most cases then pay for more expensive treatment.

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Canam_girl t1_j0ikp7a wrote

I’ve always had great service at Patient First

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Charlesinrichmond t1_j0jtowm wrote

This might be a good reason to go to the VCU emergency department

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