Question 1

How long are appointments?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Saigal dedicates as much time as is necessary to understand each patient’s story, explain the underlying physiology of their symptoms and disease states, and collaborate on treatment plans. Visit times are generous; initial patient appointments average 3 to 4 hours or longer, and follow-up appointments average 1.5 to 2 hours or longer.

Question 2

How frequent are appointments?

Accepted Answer

After the initial appointment, follow-up visits occur every three (3) to six (6) months, allowing time for patients to implement new recommendations and determine effectiveness. Requests for earlier visits can be accommodated.

Question 3

How can a patient contact Dr. Saigal in between visits?

Accepted Answer

Patients can message Dr. Saigal through their patient portal and receive personalized responses within 1 to 2 business days. For emergencies, patents should call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.

Question 4

Can in-person appointments be scheduled?

Accepted Answer

No, appointments are fully virtual, enabling patients to see Dr. Saigal from the convenience of their home or other preferred location. Patients generally report that virtual visits are relaxing, allow for strong patient-physician relationships, prevent exposure to diseases in medical facilities, and facilitate discussions about food and supplements in the home that can be shown to the physician.

Question 5

Who qualifies for an initial patient appointment?

Accepted Answer

Patients who have not previously received care from Dr. Saigal at Life Transformation Integrative Medicine PLLC qualify for initial patient appointments.

Question 6

Are interpreter services available?

Accepted Answer

Yes, interpreter services for foreign languages and American Sign Language are available. Patients or their representatives should contact the office in advance to discuss needs so that appropriate accommodations may be arranged prior to the patient’s scheduled virtual visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can an appointment be scheduled?

How long are appointments?

How frequent are appointments?

How can a patient contact Dr. Saigal in between visits?

Can in-person appointments be scheduled?

Who qualifies for an initial patient appointment?

Are interpreter services available?

What does an integrative medicine consultant physician do?

Can patients meet Dr. Saigal prior to the initial appointment?

Are there other integrative providers within the practice?

Will Dr. Saigal order laboratory tests?

What disease conditions does Dr. Saigal care for?

What aspects of health does Dr. Saigal address?

Does Dr. Saigal see children for integrative medicine appointments?

Does Dr. Saigal certify patients for medical cannabis?

Does Dr. Saigal prescribe weight loss medications?

Which diets does Dr. Saigal recommend and advise patients on?

Which supplements does Dr. Saigal recommend and advise patients on?

Can Dr. Saigal serve as a primary care physician?

Can Dr. Saigal provide referrals and recommendations for subspecialist physicians?

How much do appointments cost?

Is there a deposit or cancellation fee?

Are insurance, HSA cards, or FSA cards accepted?

How can bills be submitted to insurance for reimbursement?

Will insurance reimburse patients for integrative medicine visits?

Will health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) funds reimburse patients for integrative medicine visits?

Will insurance pay for diagnostic tests?

How much do compounded weight loss medications cost?

How much does compounded low-dose naltrexone cost?

Is there an option for more frequent appointments and physician contact through a paid membership?

Are gift certificates available?