With consideration of prescription after evaluating (e.g., short-term antibiotics, rescue inhaler, uncomplicated UTI, skin condition, nausea medication)

• If relevant to the case, the patient may upload photos to their portal prior to the visit

• Prescribing decisions are made at the physician’s discretion based on clinical appropriateness

*Maximum 30-day supply – for patients in urgent need of their med refill but unable to get in with their provider.  

• When filling out your intake form, it must upload med list, last refill date, condition the medication is treating, and preferred pharmacy

• Dr. Barnum will review your intake/uploads prior to the telehealth visit

• If certain information is missing, we will reach out to you prior to session

• If unable to obtain information in time prior to session, visit will be postponed

• After this visit, the patient must be evaluated by PCP to be considered for future refills after the first visit

• For prescriptions without insurance, Dr. Barnum recommends Walgreens Rx Savings Finder and can text/email a coupon code for you to show the pharmacist

• Each refill requires a separate telehealth visit

*Must be approved by Dr. Barnum before scheduling visit. After the virtual visit, the requested note/letter will be emailed to you with Dr. Barnum’s physician’s signature.

If deemed appropriate after your virtual visit, Dr. Barnum will send or eFax the requested referral to the recommended provider (e.g., Physician, Physical Therapist)

Completion of Form HSMV 83039: (83039.pdf) – patient must fill out the initial part of the form first, then scan and upload to our portal. 

NOTE: any additional justifying documentation you can add to the portal will increase likelihood of approval

For those seeking decision support, conflicting medical opinions, fear-based recommendations, or other overwhelming scenarios.

Includes Medication Counseling & Treatment Recommendations – patient sends full medication list, Dr. Barnum reviews in advance, and makes recommendations (e.g., continuing or discontinuing medications, medication interactions, redundancies, risk/benefit analysis, medication side effects, coordination with PCP)

NOTE: the patient should then follow-up with their treating physician regarding final medication changes

Comprehensive discussion of your previous lab findings with recommendations of next steps/providers

Discussion of the medical topic(s) of your choosing with the allotted timeframe (pertaining to Family Medicine/Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine; e.g., diet, exercise, sleep hygiene, self-mobilization, postural retraining, breathing mechanics, nervous system regulation)

Discussion of previous findings, explanation and clarity regarding another provider’s findings, and follow-up recommendations

Education on your imaging reports (e.g., MRI/X-ray), biomechanical interpretation, next-step options, alternative treatments other than surgery

*Dr. Barnum does not read images, but can interpret imaging report findings.

In-depth discussion of chronic medical conditions, review of detailed medical records uploaded by patient, and discussion of recommended next steps

A detailed discussion of your pain status with next-step recommendations (Non-Procedural).

A physician-led advocacy service for patients who feel unheard or are seeking additional medical communication support.

After evaluating your case, Dr. Barnum will communicate directly with your treating physician to clarify unanswered questions and help move your care forward. Depending on the complexity of the case, this service may require multiple telehealth visits. 

• Dr. Barnum highly recommends obtaining digital office visit notes in advance to upload to our portal for review prior to the telehealth visit.

• Inability to provide records for certain cases may result in postponement of visit until the necessary information is obtained.

• This service focuses on communication, clarification, and advocacy. It does not involve legal representation, medical decision-making for other providers, or interference with ongoing care.

For adult children, caregivers, out-of-state family members needing a medical opinion or guidance regarding their family member residing in Florida. This will be an opportunity to explain rehab programs, prognosis clarification, discharge planning advice, etc.

*Patient being discussed must be residing in Florida at the time of the virtual visit.

Education on more holistic/alternative adjunctive approaches to treatment for your condition to reduce the need for medication