Most appointments with our nephrologists are being transitioned to video or telephone call visits.  Medicare and insurance carriers will cover these remote doctor’s visits. If you have an appointment scheduled or need to see your nephrologist, please call the office to schedule a telehealth visit.  The process is very easy and the office staff will gladly walk you through it to ensure you are ready for your visit. Patients will need a phone and or computer to keep the appointment secure and confidential.  Patients have been very pleased with Telehealth visits because the doctor can continue to provide great face-to-face care while the patient is at home.

To prepare for your e-visit, follow phone and computer instructions from your doctor’s office.  Before the appointment, continue to record your weight and blood pressure, make a note if you have swelling, take your medicines as prescribed, and follow dietary recommendations.  The staff will call you the day of your e-visit to review your information, medications, and more.  Then the doctor will send you a link which you only need to click, to enter the ‘exam’.  You will need to allow access to the microphone and video on your device.  When it’s time for your appointment, be sure to have your medication list with you and your log of blood pressure and weight.  Make sure you have a pen to write down instructions from the doctor.