We will not be transitioning to concierge medicine (MDVIP)
After careful consideration, we have made the decision to discontinue our partnership with MDVIP. As you may know, we sought to make changes to our practice due to escalating administrative work and hurdles to reimbursement imposed by insurance companies. In maintaining the traditional model of primary care, we will continue to face these challenges. To ensure the continued viability of our small practice, we must implement a few key changes. We understand these may not be suitable for everyone, so please read through the new policies below. Use the link at the bottom of this page to let us know if you would like to continue with Baubly Medical as your primary care office.
Billing and Payment Procedures
The costs associated with mailing paper statements have risen significantly. Going forward, we will be utilizing electronic billing only. We will require all patients to provide a credit card for automatic payment, which will be processed 30 days after your electronic statement is sent if the bill remains unpaid. As always, if you are experiencing financial issues, we can accommodate by making a payment plan.
Lab Services
We are pleased to announce that blood draws will be available again at our office on select days. If you have previously encountered any difficulties with our in-office blood draw process, please inform us, and we will be happy to coordinate your lab orders with an external facility (such as Elmhurst Hospital or Labcorp), as we have been doing over the past few months.
Medicare and Medicare Advantage Patients
For Medicare and Medicare Advantage (replacement) patients who wish to continue receiving care at Baubly Medical, participation in a new program called Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM) will be required. This program provides additional financial resources for primary care providers to manage tasks between visits, such as prescription refills and coordination with other specialists. The program is a covered Medicare benefit, subject to the annual Medicare deductible. However, for Advantage Plans may charge the patient for this program. If you have an Advantage Plan, please call them to determine coverage. The Advantage plan may request a code, which is G0557.
While we have always offered many of the services covered by this program, the additional financial support ensures we can continue delivering comprehensive care. For more information on the APCM program, click the button below.
Office Behavior Policy
Most of our patients are kind, respectful, and a pleasure to work with. However, since the pandemic, all medical facilities have unfortunately noticed a rise in aggressive or rude behavior. Please remember that our doctors and staff work tirelessly to provide quality care to all our patients. While we occasionally experience delays or make minor errors, we kindly ask for your patience and understanding. Our office has a strict zero-tolerance policy for any aggressive or inappropriate behavior.
We’d love to hear from you…
Please click the button below to let us know whether or not you would like to continue receiving medical care at Baubly Medical. If you choose to remain a patient, we will reach out soon to schedule your next appointment (if one is not already on the books). If you have found another physician, thank your for letting us be a part of your healthcare journey, and we wish you the best!