HMO stands for Health Maintenance Organization, a managed care health insurance plan. HMOs are  designed to provide comprehensive healthcare services to their members at a lower cost in  exchange for a more limited choice of healthcare providers.

PPO stands for Preferred Provider Organization, and it is a type of health insurance plan that offers a  balance between flexibility and cost control. PPO plans are designed to provide members with a  broad network of healthcare providers while also offering the option to seek care outside of the  network, though with financial incentives for using in-network providers.

A copay, short for “copayment,” is a fixed, predetermined amount of money that an insured  individual is required to pay for specific healthcare services or prescriptions covered by their health  insurance plan. Copays are a form of cost-sharing between the insurance company and the insured  person, intending to help cover the cost of medical care while also encouraging responsible use of  healthcare services.

Primary Care covers a range of prevention, wellness, and treatment for common illnesses. 

Secondary insurance is a health insurance plan you can get on top of your primary health insurance.

FSA and HSA are pre-tax accounts that can be used to pay for qualified medical expenses. Eligible  expenses include Copays, medical bills, vision expenses, acupuncture, medical supplies, hearing  expenses, massage therapy, weight loss programs, and some over-the-counter medications. 

To get a telemedicine appointment, you basically need a device with audio and video capabilities,  such as a smartphone, tablet, or computer. A stable internet connection is also necessary for  Telemedicine.

Many healthcare providers also opt for specific software or apps for Telemedicine, so  it is best to communicate with them and follow their instructions.

Yes, your personal health information is always secure during a telemedicine consultation. The  doctors and other healthcare professionals, as well as various telemedicine platforms, adhere to strict privacy and security protocols, ensuring complete confidentiality of your medical data.

However, it is best always to choose a reputable and secure telemedicine platform for your  telemedicine appointments. 

Yes, you can often receive prescriptions and refills through telemedicine appointments. Healthcare  professionals can send medical prescriptions virtually to the pharmacy of your choice and  convenience. This makes it easy for you to access the medications necessary for you.

However, this  may vary depending on the healthcare provider and your specific medical needs. 

A laboratory test is an examination performed that involves taking a sample of a person’s blood,  urine, or other bodily fluids or tissue to evaluate the condition of their health.  

A diagnostic test is an examination performed to gather clinical information for the evaluation of  medical issues. This is done to make a clinical decision based on those evaluations. Examples of  diagnostic tests include X-rays, Biopies, MRI scans, Ultrasound, and CT scans. 

The Medical Clinic is excited to offer same-day appointments. Booking is online at www.holtshc.org 

The Medical Clinic offers medication refills for chronic conditions. Booking is online at  www.holtshc.org.

Choose reason for the visit as ‘medication refill’. 

Yes, most major health insurance providers cover the cost of lab tests.  

The Medical Clinic is located in 175 Carneige Pl Suite 113 Fayetteville, GA 30214. Booking for online visits are booked at www.holtshc.org

The Medical Clinic telemedicine primary care services include laboratory blood tests, diagnostic tests  (i.e., mammogram, Cologuard, colonoscopy), medication prescriptions, vaccine prescriptions, and  prevention education).

Medication refills, anxiety, depression, alopecia, heartburn, erectile dysfunction, Skin Concern  (hyperpigmentation, melasma, acne), Hormone Imbalances, Urinary Disorders, Sexual Transmitted  Diseases, & Primary Care.