APPALACHIAN ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATES P C

Insurance acceptance can vary by location and individual provider within APPALACHIAN ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATES P C. We recommend:

• Calling ahead to verify your specific insurance plan is accepted
• Checking with your insurance company's provider directory
• Asking about payment options if your insurance isn't accepted
• Inquiring about self-pay rates and payment plans

Important: Even if APPALACHIAN ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATES P C accepts your insurance, specialist services may require referrals or prior authorization.

Wait times can vary depending on the type of appointment and provider availability:

• Routine primary care: Usually 1-3 weeks for established patients
• Annual physicals: May need to book 2-8 weeks in advance
• Specialist appointments: Can range from 2-12 weeks depending on the specialty
• Urgent care: Same-day or next-day appointments often available

With 36 providers across 6 locations, APPALACHIAN ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATES P C may have more appointment availability than smaller practices.

Most large medical groups like APPALACHIAN ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATES P C offer online patient portals where you can:

• View test results and medical records
• Schedule appointments
• Message your healthcare team
• Request prescription refills
• Update your contact and insurance information

Ask about portal access during your first visit or call their main office to get set up with online access.

New patient acceptance can vary by individual provider and location within APPALACHIAN ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATES P C. Here's what to do:

• Call the specific location you're interested in
• Ask about new patient availability for your preferred provider type
• Inquire about wait lists if your preferred doctor isn't taking new patients
• Consider other providers within the group who may have availability

Large medical groups often have multiple providers in each specialty, increasing your chances of finding an available doctor.

APPALACHIAN ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATES P C has admitting privileges at 12 hospitals:

• CARILION TAZEWELL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
• CLINCH VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
• FRANKLIN WOODS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
• GREENEVILLE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
• JOHNSON CITY MEDICAL CENTER
• JOHNSON COUNTY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
• JOHNSTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
• SMYTH COUNTY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
• SYCAMORE SHOALS HOSPITAL
• UF HEALTH SHANDS HOSPITAL
• WELLMONT BRISTOL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
• WELLMONT HOLSTON VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER

This network gives you access to specialized care while maintaining continuity with your primary medical team.