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July 27 , 2010

Aetna Agreement Reached

We are pleased to report to our patients that Novant Health has reached an agreement with Aetna to continue our participation in the Aetna network. The two-year agreement will allow Aetna members continued access to Novant physicians, services and facilities. We appreciate your patience during the negotiation process. Thank you for providing our physicians and staff the opportunity to assist you with your healthcare needs

 

June 14, 2010

Testing and radiation

Over the years many of our patients have had discussions regarding the need for testing as part of the evaluation of symtpoms. This link regarding radiation supports our practice style of avoiding unnecessary testing. Unfortunately, unnecessary testing has become the industry standard.

February 26, 2010

This is an outstanding and accurate article about physicians and their pursuit of money. This happens all across America and Charlotte is no different.

The Cost Conundrum

Part of our mission is to steer our patients away from the physicans who test excessively or perform unnecessary procedures for the purpose of generating revenue.

Please do not hesitate to call us if you have any questions or immediate healthcare needs. We look forward to seeing you.

Best Regards,

Thomas E. Parker, MD

Here is a nice compliment to Dr. Patel and our practice:

Dear Dr. Patel,

Thank you so much for getting that letter out quickly. I saw Dr. ZXY yesterday and really liked him and the practice. The sooner we can get a decision from our insurance company, the sooner I can make a decision. Thank you for the other practice as well, I think a second opinion will be good to consider.

With all my husband's and my parents' issues, I spend a lot of time working with medical practices and taking care of small things can often take days, if not weeks to resolve. It speaks volumes about how you and Dr. Parker truly partner with your patients that your always prompt responses make our priorities feel like your priorities. You have no idea how much that means to me!

Thank You

SG

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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