How It Works

How it works

1

Ask Questions

How it works - if you have questions, please reach out with an email and we will be happy to answer. If you don't have questions, start by clicking the schedule link below.

2

Health History

After scheduling, you will receive a link to complete forms. We will assess your health concerns through a virtual meeting or by phone and agree on the best steps forward.

3

Lab Test Kits

After payment to Thrive FM, we will order your lab test kits. You pay the lab company directly. Send the payment and collection samples with the prepaid shipping label.

How it works. Ask questions. Send an email.
How it works. Online meeting.
How it works. Lab test kit.

4

Results

Your results will be processed by the lab in 2 weeks. You will receive an email to schedule and we will review your results in detail. You will receive your own PDF document of the lab results by email.

5

Action Plan

You will receive a detailed action plan for your specific needs: Diet, lifestyle, nutritional changes, and links to an online supplement store with professional grade supplements shipped directly to you.

6

Follow-Up

We'll send an email to schedule a 30-day follow up so we can track your progress, answer questions, adjust protocols, and retest if needed. This can be done via phone call or video chat.

Lab Results
Action Plan
How it works, follow up call or online meeting

Pricing

1. Consulting Fee

The fee for Thrive Functional Medicine is $300 for consulting services.

This includes: Initial consultation, lab results explanation, action plan, and follow-up meeting.

2. Lab Tests

Lab test kits are paid for separately.

Lab tests average $300-600, depending on what tests we agree on ordering. You pay the lab companies directly at discounted rates since we do not upcharge. 

The lab tests are only available through a licensed health care professional like a DC, DO, MD, ND, NPC, DDS 

3. Supplements

Professional grade supplements can be ordered through our online Fullscript store.

Nutritional supplements typically cost $50-$100 per month for the first several months. They can be purchased online and are shipped directly to you.

You will receive individualized recommendations based on the results of your lab tests.

How It Works

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Questions

Do you take Insurance?

We do not bill insurance for our consulting service fees. Functional medicine is not treating any disease, but rather focuses on improving your health, which is not typically be covered by insurances. Some lab tests may potentially be covered. You can include your insurance information on the requisition form with the lab testing kit along with your billing information. If the test is covered, the lab will automatically bill the insurance company for you. If it is not covered, they will charge you the cash rate. You should initially plan on the labs not being covered by insurance since the diagnostic tests fall outside of the conventional model of care.

Do you take Medicare?

The online functional medicine consulting fees are not covered by Medicare. The lab tests are also typically not covered. Some lab companies do participate with Medicare, which means they would submit a bill to Medicare for you. Any reimbursement from Medicare would go to your home address after you have made the initial payment to the lab. Insurances and Medicare operate on the standard medical treatments and diagnosis of diseases. Therefore, advanced functional labs to optimize your health, are likely not covered because they can be seen as not medically necessary.

Can I use my HSA or FSA?

Yes, you can use an HSA or FSA account. Professional services and laboratory tests are a qualified expense so you can use your HSA or FSA card to pay for Thrive FM consulting and  lab tests. Nutritional supplements are not covered so you would need to pay separately for supplements. (DCFSA or LCFSA accounts cannot be used.)

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