How soon will I be seen by the doctor?

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You must complete the intake paperwork and have new patient blood work drawn before you can be seen by a doctor.    The blood work will give the doctor an idea of your overall health and will be drawn at the clinic at no cost to you. ​ Your appointment will be scheduled as soon as possible based on our schedule.  Our current wait time for a new patient to see the doctor is less than two weeks.

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What should I bring to my doctor's appointment?

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• Current medication bottles

• Your blood sugar or blood pressure monitor if you have one

• Any medical records or hospital records

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Do I have to pay?

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Medical care at Willing Helpers is ALWAYS free.

Many of our patients like to make a small donation to support the clinic, but a donation is NEVER required.

 

Who qualifies for free medical care at Willing Helpers?

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Any uninsured adult (18 or older) who meets our eligibility criteria.

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Do I have to live in Newton County?

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No, you only need to be a resident of the state of Georgia.

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Can I receive care if I have Medicaid, Medicare, or private insurance?

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At this time, we can only accept patients with the Planning For Healthy Babies Medicaid program.  We are not able to accept any other Medicaid, Medicare, or private insurance recipients.

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What medical services does Willing Helpers provide?

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We provide primary care services including: doctor visits, lab work, nutritional counseling, wound care, specialty referrals, imaging, and mental health counseling services.

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Does Willing Helpers provide free medications?

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We try our best to provide free medications to all patients.  In some cases, we are unable to provide what our patient needs, and in that case we will find the lowest-cost prescription at a local pharmacy, mail order pharmacy, or compounding pharmacy.  We also have access to many pharmaceutical patient assistance programs, which may provide additional medications to our patients at no cost or at a low cost.  Our providers will discuss options with you before prescribing.

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How do I become a patient?

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Please fill out our application either online or bring by a printed copy to our clinic during business hours.  Your application is not complete unless we also receive your income and residency documentation listed on page 1 of our application.  We are not able to schedule your first appointment until all documentation is received and you have met with our eligibility specialist.

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Do I need an appointment?

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Yes, due to the number of patients we currently serve, all patients are required to schedule an appointment to see any of our staff and providers.

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