Frequently Asked Questions
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While insurance is still recommended for emergencies, certain specialized care and some medications, you do not need insurance to be seen by Dr. Patel.
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At Clear Path Headache and Concussion we do not require insurance and we do not bill any insurance providers. Operating without the restrictions of insurance companies allows Dr. Patel to give you the most personalized, direct patient care. Some services/medications may even be cheaper without insurance!
Please keep in mind that you can still use your insurance for labs, imaging, and medications.
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Direct care may seem expensive upfront, but the higher upfront price is an investment that aims to reduce overall healthcare spending - saving you money in the long run.
This an investment in your health with Dr. Patel being your direct contact for holistic, personalized and comprehensive care.
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Yes! While not guaranteed, most insurances will typically reimburse anywhere from 50-80% of the allowable amount for out of network costs. Our office can provide you with a “super bill” to help with this process.
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Unfortunately, at the moment, we are not accepting Medicare patients. This will change in the near future, so please reach out to the office to be put on a waitlist.
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These can be billed through your insurance, but there are often cheaper options outside of insurance as well!
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Our clinic can almost always get injectable medications for you through your insurance, at a reasonable cost. The drug companies also have coupon cards that offer generous savings and there are plenty of programs for assistance as well.
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Botox is an excellent treatment option for chronic migraines, but it necessitates a close and consistent relationship between you and Dr. Patel in order to ensure you are receiving the best regimen for your headaches.
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At our clinic, we do not prescribe any controlled substances for the treatment of headache. Narcotic medications can worsen headache conditions and make our treatments ineffective.
Direct Neurology Practice
Appointment wait times are often < 2 weeks
Telemedicine for both new and follow-up patients
Appointment times up to 60 minutes with Dr. Patel
Dr. Patel can see patients with and without insurance
Transparent pricing
Dedicated personalized patient care
Convenient appointment times with plenty of room for flexibility
Insurance Based Practice
Appointment wait times of 6–8 months
Rigid appointment times with limited flexibility
Telemedicine only for follow-up patients
Often shorter or rushed appointments with provider
Patients need specific insurance plans
Complex pricing with undisclosed fees
Less individualized care