Pinnacle Functional Medicine Michelle Eads, MD

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Pinnacle Functional Medicine Michelle Eads, MD

Pinnacle Functional Medicine Michelle Eads, MDPinnacle Functional Medicine Michelle Eads, MDPinnacle Functional Medicine Michelle Eads, MD

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Eads accept Medicare or other insurance payment?

Unfortunately, insurance does not value functional and prevention medicine. Dr. Eads has opted out of Medicare, and is not a contracted provider with any insurances. This means she is not allowed to accept payment from Medicare, and the costs for her services can not be submitted to Medicare for reimbursement.  Some labs might be covered by Medicare, but there is no guarantee. If you have private insurance, you may seek out of network reimbursement from them on your own.

Does Medicare or other insurance cover labs ordered by Dr. Eads?

Most of the advanced testing utilized by Dr. Eads is not covered by Medicare or other insurance, especially for prevention.  Keeping your information private is important to us. If your insurance pays for your testing, they have access to the results, which may be used against you. Initial testing may reveal some reasons that some insurances agree justify covering future testing. Dr. Eads helps guide you in determining if using your insurance or her practitioner discount is most advantageous for each test, if desired.

How do I pay for the program?

Credit card, debit card, and check are all accepted forms of payment.  Prices listed with each program are the cost for paying in full using a credit card, which includes a 10% discount.  There is a further $100 discount for paying in advance by check.  

What is included in the program?

Set pricing for Dr. Eads' time to analyze your scheduled ReCODE/PreCODE Reports and appointments are part of the packages purchased in full. 

What is not included in the program?

The cost of Apollo Health Subscription , supplements (~$100-500/month), Health Coach, Nutritionist, food, personal monitoring devices including night time oxygen monitor, ketone and glucose monitor, and continuous glucose monitor are not included. An active, ongoing Apollo Health Subscription is required.

May I talk with Dr. Eads to see if this program is a good fit for me before I commit?

Certainly!  Dr. Eads will gladly meet with you virtually over live videoconference on your computer.  This one hour Pre-Qualification appointment is for you to ask your remaining questions (after going through this website) and to find out if you and Dr. Eads are a good match, and if this program is well-suited for you.  It costs $200, and your spouse or adult child should join you. This includes a 20 minute cognitive assessment done with Dr. Eads.

Do I have to travel to see Dr. Eads?

No.  As a telemedicine practice, all of your consultations happen in the comfort of your own home, on your own computer or iPad/tablet with a camera and microphone.  It's similar to FaceTime, but over a secure website.  Many of Dr. Eads' patients reside outside of Colorado.  If you are local to Colorado Springs, Dr. Eads is happy to meet with you in person to get acquainted, if you desire.

If I have already made lifestyle changes, how can Dr. Eads help me?

Congratulations on taking action with strong behavioral shifts!  With the information obtained from testing done in the Explore program, Dr. Eads can advise you how to customize your nutrition and other lifestyle practices, in addition to supplements, to further optimize your brain health and decrease your risk of many chronic diseases.  

If I have already started the ReCODE program with another doctor, can I change to Dr. Eads?

Our compliments to you for already embarking on this healthy lifestyle journey!  Dr. Eads has worked with numerous individuals who have previously seen other ReCODE practitioners.  If you have been doing well on the basic ReCODE program and want Dr. Eads to take the reins, then we are happy to discuss your options.  If, however, you have not reached the cognitive improvement you desire with your current ReCODE practitioner, then you would likely benefit most from a precision medicine approach.  This includes additional testing beyond what ReCODE requires.  Whether you need to uncover more of the causes of your cognitive decline so you can improve, need retesting to see where you are, or desire help in maintaining your advancements, Dr. Eads can partner with you to achieve your goals.  Contact us for a Meet and Greet appointment.  

How many ReCODE certified practitioners are there?

Dr. Bredesen's group has shared that over 1400 practitioners have been trained in the original ReCODE, globally.  Likewise, less than 1000 practitioners globally have completed or are working towards certification in ReCODE 2.0.  Dr. Eads is honored to be one of the few functional medicine trained MDs in this group. 

  

  

  

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