Frequently Asked Questions
Do you work with a physician?
Family nurse practitioners complete bachelor and master degrees in nursing where they learn to assess and treat children and adults for acute and chronic diseases. Nurse practitioners can complete exams, order and interpret labs and imaging, and write prescriptions. As required by the state of Alabama, our nurse practitioners work in collaboration with a physician.
Can the nurse practitioners at Cove Telehealth for Women write prescriptions?
Yes, the nurse practitioners at Cove Telehealth for Women will prescribe medications that are part of your mutually agreed upon treatment plan. Some examples are medications for blood pressure, depression, hypothyroid, birth control, antibiotics, etc. We do not prescribe controlled substances such as narcotic pain meds, benzodiazepines (Xanax), nor attention deficit disorder (ADD) medications.
What is functional medicine?
Functional medicine is a whole body approach to medical care that focuses on identifying the root cause of the disease to help your body to function optimally, not just patching the problem with layers of prescriptions. It is guided by the latest research and addresses causes such as vitamin and nutrient deficiencies, underlying inflammation, gut microbiome health, and the effects of stressors and toxins on the body. Many conventionally trained medical providers are starting to integrate this research into their practice. Learn more about functional medicine here. At Cove Telehealth for Women, we use the best of conventional and functional medicine to help you reach your health goals.
Do you only treat cisgender women?
At Cove Telehealth for Women we specialize in hormones and thyroid for women. We welcome all patients who identify as women, but do not have expertise in gender affirming hormone therapy. If you are seeking gender affirming hormone therapy we recommend visiting https://altgo.us/ to find a provider and other resources. Cove Telehealth for Women is happy to help all persons identifying as women with thyroid, fatigue, weight management, and other hormone related concerns.
Do you take my insurance?
Cove Telehealth for Women does not take insurance. By reducing administrative burden and avoiding rules imposed by insurance companies, we are able to spend more time with each patient and provide more comprehensive care. We advise checking with your HSA or FSA administrator to see if you can use those funds for this out of pocket expense. We are happy to provide a receipt and documentation if needed.
How are my prescriptions filled?
Routine prescriptions will be electronically sent to your local pharmacy of choice.
Compounded prescriptions will be either be sent to a local or online compounding pharmacy for pickup or shipping.
How do I order my supplements?
The Nurse Practitioner will send orders/recommendations for supplements through FullScripts, an online medical-grade supplement store. You, the patient, can set up an account, pay FullScripts directly, then FullScripts ships the supplements to you, the patient.
