What should functional medicine and telemedicine patients prepare?

Functional medicine and telemedicine patients should prepare a quiet space with reliable internet, upload HSA/FSA or credit card information into the patient portal, email any prior labs or imaging if desired, and have a notebook for notes. Supplements, medications, and symptoms do not need to be listed separately as they are included in intake forms.

What should orthopedic acupuncture patients bring?

Orthopedic acupuncture patients should wear loose, comfortable clothing and email any imaging reports prior to the visit. Intake forms already collect medication lists and injury history, so these do not need to be brought separately.

What should I bring to my appointment?

What you need to bring depends on the type of appointment and whether your visit is virtual or in person. Preparing the right items helps us make your session efficient, individualized, and supportive of your treatment goals.

For Functional Medicine & Telemedicine Patients

Before your telemedicine consultation, all new-patient paperwork must be completed and submitted 48 hours in advance so we have adequate time to review your history and prepare for your visit.

For your virtual appointment, please prepare the following:

• A quiet, private space with reliable internet
• Your HSA/FSA or preferred credit card uploaded into the patient portal
• Any previous lab results emailed to the clinic if you would like them on file — these will not be reviewed during the initial consultation
• Any imaging studies and reports (MRI, CT, X-ray reports) emailed prior to your visit if relevant
• A notebook or preferred note-taking method for writing down recommendations, tracking symptoms, journaling insights, or preparing future questions

You do not need to bring a written list of supplements, medications, or symptoms — these are already collected in your intake forms.

Patient Portal Access

Your patient portal allows you to:

• Upload payment methods (credit card, HSA/FSA)
• Review billing and receipts
• Access forms and labs
• Update personal and medical information

If your next step is an in-person functional assessment, any emailed imaging or documentation will be available for review at that time.

For Orthopedic Acupuncture Patients

Orthopedic acupuncture patients do not require a telemedicine consultation. New-patient paperwork must be completed 24 hours before your appointment.

Please bring:

• Comfortable, loose clothing that allows access above the knees and elbows

Other considerations:

Your HSA/FSA card uploaded into the patient portal (if applicable)
Any imaging reports (MRI, X-ray, CT scan) should be emailed to the clinic prior to your visit.
Your intake forms already collect your medication list, supplement use, and injury history, so you do not need to bring these separately.
If you have recent PT, chiropractic, massage, or orthopedic evaluations, summaries may be emailed in advance if you believe they would be helpful, but this is optional.

What should I avoid bringing?

To ensure safety and comfort:

• Avoid wearing strong fragrances
• Avoid tight or restrictive clothing
• For facial acupuncture, avoid wearing makeup

Additional FAQs

Do I need to bring imaging for pain or injury?
No. If you already have imaging, please email it before your visit. We do not require new imaging to begin treatment.

Do I need to bring insurance information?
No. We do not bill insurance directly. If you plan to submit a superbill, you will send that to your insurance company yourself.

Should I send previous lab work?
Yes. You may email previous labs if you want them in your file, but they will not be reviewed during the initial functional medicine consultation.

Can I bring someone with me to my appointment?
Yes, if necessary. Because we are a small clinic with limited space, we ask that guests only accompany you when needed and when it does not interfere with privacy or the flow of care.