Question 1

Can You Be My Primary Care Provider?

Accepted Answer

Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine does not function as a primary care practice. You can continue seeing your established primary care provider while receiving care at Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine. We encourage patients to maintain a primary care provider for routine and ongoing healthcare needs.Please note that we do not provide acute visits, after-hours support (including weekends and holidays), or medication management outside of therapies prescribed through Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine.

Question 2

Do You Accept Commercial Insurance?

Accepted Answer

At Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine, we strive to provide personalized, one-on-one care. To maintain the freedom and flexibility to provide this level of care, we operate as a cash-pay practice and do not contract with or bill commercial health insurance plans.We can provide an itemized invoice, commonly referred to as a superbill, which you may submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement of out-of-network services. Whether your plan provides out-of-network reimbursement is determined by your individual insurance plan and insurance company, and reimbursement is not guaranteed. Patients are responsible for submitting superbills to their insurance company and for following up directly regarding reimbursement.We accept major credit and debit cards, cash, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), when permitted by the individual plan.Payment is due at the time of service. A valid card on file is required prior to your first appointment.

Question 3

Do You Accept Medicare or Medicaid?

Accepted Answer

MedicareRooted To Bloom Functional Medicine has formally opted out of the Medicare program and does not bill Medicare for services provided by this practice.If you are Medicare-eligible, you may receive care at Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine on a private-pay basis. You will be responsible for payment at the time of service. Medicare will not reimburse you for services provided under the Medicare Private Contract, and neither you nor Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine may submit claims to Medicare for reimbursement.Before your first visit, you will be required to review and sign a Medicare Private Contract through the patient portal. This agreement confirms your understanding that services provided by Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine are provided outside of the Medicare program and are paid for privately.Minnesota Medical Assistance (MA/Medicaid)Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine does not participate in or bill Minnesota Medical Assistance (MA/Medicaid). We are unable to provide services to patients enrolled in Minnesota Medical Assistance at this time.

Question 4

What States Are You Licensed In?

Accepted Answer

Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine is currently licensed to provide care to patients located in Minnesota. For telehealth appointments, you must be physically located in Minnesota at the time of your appointment.

Question 5

Are Your Visits In-Person or Virtual?

Accepted Answer

Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine offers both in-person and telehealth appointments. Telehealth appointments are available when you are physically located in Minnesota at the time of your appointment.Clinic Location308 5th Ave S., Suite 140Cold Spring, MN 56320For directions, parking information, and help finding our office, please visit our Contact page.

Question 6

Are You Accepting New Patients?

Accepted Answer

Yes! New patients are welcome to schedule an initial consultation through our online scheduling system.

Question 7

Do You Offer Complimentary Consultations?

Accepted Answer

We do not offer complimentary phone consultations to determine whether our practice is the right fit.Our website is designed to provide a clear understanding of our approach to care, the concerns we commonly address, and what you can expect before scheduling. We encourage you to review this information before deciding whether Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine is the right fit for your needs.If you have questions that aren't answered on our website, you're welcome to reach out through our Contact page or by using the contact form below. Please note that medical advice or guidance cannot be provided outside of a scheduled appointment.If you feel our approach is a good fit, you're welcome to schedule your initial consultation when you're ready.

Question 8

Are Labs Included in the Cost of My Visit?

Accepted Answer

Laboratory testing is not included in the cost of your office visit unless specifically stated. Any recommended testing and associated costs will be reviewed with you before testing is ordered.Can I Use Insurance for Lab Testing?Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine does not bill or submit claims to health insurance plans for laboratory testing ordered through our practice.Depending on the laboratory used, you may be able to use your insurance directly with the laboratory. We recommend contacting your insurance plan and the laboratory before testing to confirm coverage, benefits, and any potential out-of-pocket costs. Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine does not guarantee insurance coverage or reimbursement for laboratory testing.Can Medicare Be Used for Laboratory Testing?Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine has opted out of Medicare and does not bill Medicare for services provided by the practice. Your Medicare Private Contract applies to services provided by Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine and does not prevent you from receiving Medicare-covered laboratory services from a participating laboratory.When appropriate, Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine may order laboratory testing through a Medicare-participating laboratory. The laboratory may bill Medicare directly for Medicare-covered laboratory services, subject to Medicare's coverage and billing requirements.Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine does not submit Medicare claims for laboratory services or guarantee Medicare coverage or payment.Do You Offer a Cash-Pay Lab Option?Yes. Laboratory testing may be ordered through Access Medical Labs, a direct-access laboratory that does not bill insurance. A lab kit will be provided and can be taken to a local clinic or phlebotomy center for your blood draw. Results are sent directly to our office.Cash-pay laboratory testing may be a cost-effective option for comprehensive testing. Pricing varies depending on the specific tests ordered, and estimated costs will be reviewed with you before testing is ordered.Are Specialty Labs Included?Additional specialty testing may be recommended based on your health history, symptoms, and goals. Specialty testing is ordered separately from your appointment and may involve additional costs.Any recommended testing and associated costs will be reviewed with you before testing is ordered.

Question 9

What Is Your Cancellation Policy?

Accepted Answer

We understand that schedules can change. To respect reserved appointment time and allow availability for other patients, we require:New patient appointments: 48 hours’ noticeFollow-up appointments: 24 hours’ noticeAppointments canceled with less than the required notice or missed appointments will be subject to the following fees:New patient appointments: $100Follow-up appointments: $50
Patients arriving more than 15 minutes late may be asked to reschedule their appointment, and the visit may be considered a late cancellation. The applicable cancellation fee will apply.Cancellation fees must be resolved before scheduling future appointments. Repeated late cancellations or missed appointments may result in limited scheduling availability or discharge from care at the provider’s discretion.

Question 10

Do You Provide Care for Children?

Accepted Answer

At this time, Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine provides care for individuals 18 years of age and older.

Question 11

Do You Prescribe Medications?

Accepted Answer

Yes. When clinically appropriate, medications may be part of your individualized treatment plan. This may include therapies such as thyroid medication, hormone therapy, or low-dose naltrexone. Treatment recommendations are based on your individual history, symptoms, laboratory findings, and goals.

Question 12

Do You Prescribe GLP-1 Medications?

Accepted Answer

No. Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine does not prescribe GLP-1 medications.Instead, we take a root-cause-focused approach to weight-related concerns, looking at factors such as nutrition, metabolic health, stress, sleep, hormones, and lifestyle. Care may include personalized nutrition guidance, targeted supplementation, and lifestyle strategies based on your individual needs and goals.Our goal is to help identify and address factors that may be contributing to weight changes and support overall metabolic health.

Question 13

Can Lab Results Be Interpreted Without an Appointment?

Accepted Answer

No. You will have access to your laboratory results once they become available; however, we do not provide lab interpretation, recommendations, or treatment guidance through email or portal messaging without a scheduled appointment.We believe you are an active and essential part of your health journey. Lab results are reviewed during a scheduled appointment, either in person or through telehealth, so we can discuss your results, answer questions, and work together to develop a personalized care plan.This approach allows us to consider your health history, symptoms, goals, and lifestyle when providing guidance and ensures your results are reviewed in the appropriate clinical context.

Question 14

Do You Treat Urgent or Emergency Concerns?

Accepted Answer

No. Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine does not provide urgent, emergency, or after-hours medical care. For emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. For urgent concerns outside a scheduled appointment, please contact your primary care provider or appropriate urgent care service.

Appointments will be available to book in October. Thank you for your patience—we look forward to welcoming you to Rooted To Bloom Functional Medicine!

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