Redefining Autoimmune & Arthrits Care
Traditional Healthcare Puts Insurance Companies First —NOT Patients!
Is this your experience?
Months of Waiting?
You’ve waited 4–6 months just to see a specialist, only to spend seven rushed minutes with them.
Frustration with Insurance?
You’ve been forced into “in-network” restrictions, limited medication options, and endless denials for tests
Surprise Bills?
You’re constantly blindsided by hidden costs or rejected claims, leaving you wondering why you even have insurance.
Feeling Overlooked?
Your care feels cookie-cutter, not customized to your unique symptoms or lifestyle.
Delays in Remission?
You feel stuck, waiting for answers while your condition progresses.
It’s Exhausting, Discouraging, and Unfair! That’s why we’ve flipped the script — putting YOU first.
Our Values
I’ve seen too many patients suffer because of unnecessary delays, denied care, and one-size-fits-all treatment.
My mission is to bring compassion, expertise, and holistic solutions directly to the people who need it most.
Patient-Centered Care: Expert Rheumatology Without Barriers
Get the time you deserve for a fast and accurate diagnosis with a personalized treatment plan.
Consult with a rheumatologist directly, with easy communication via email or text between visits.
What Makes Us Different
| Rheumatologist OnCall® | Traditional Practices | |
|---|---|---|
| Appointment Wait Time | 1–2 weeks | 4–6 months |
| Time with Physician | 60 minutes (new), 30 minutes (follow-up) | 15 minutes (new), 7 minutes (follow-up) |
| Urgent Appointments | Available | Never available |
| Telehealth Options | Yes | Rare |
| Communication Access | Same-day physician response | Delayed, often delegated to medical staff |
| Referrals Required | No | Always |
| Transparent Pricing | Always disclosed | Hidden and unpredictable |
| Holistic Care | Yes | No |
What Our Patients Are Saying
Our Mission: Breaking Barriers, Building Solutions
Dr. Diana Girnita founded Rheumatologist OnCall® to fix what’s broken in the system and provide patients with the care they’ve been searching for.
“I’ve seen too many patients suffer because of unnecessary delays, denied care, and one-size-fits-all treatment. My mission is to bring compassion, expertise, and holistic solutions directly to the people who need it most.”
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Frequent asked questions
What is the mission of Rheumatologist OnCall?
The mission of Rheumatologist OnCall is to make expert rheumatology care more accessible, transparent, and patient-centered. The practice is designed to help patients receive faster access to specialists, longer consultations, clear pricing, personalized treatment plans, and support focused on long-term remission and better quality of life.
How is Rheumatologist OnCall different from traditional rheumatology practices?
Rheumatologist OnCall offers shorter wait times, longer consultations, telehealth options, transparent pricing, discounted testing, and whole-body care. Instead of a rushed 15–20 minute visit after months of waiting, patients can receive a more comprehensive evaluation and a personalized care plan.
Do I need a referral to see a rheumatologist?
No. Rheumatologist OnCall does not require referrals, prior authorizations, or insurance delays. Patients can schedule directly and get access to rheumatology care without waiting for the traditional referral process.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
The page states that Rheumatologist OnCall typically offers appointment access within 1–2 weeks. This is designed to help patients receive earlier evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment guidance instead of waiting several months for specialist care.
Does Rheumatologist OnCall offer telehealth appointments?
Yes. Rheumatologist OnCall offers telehealth rheumatology services, allowing eligible patients to attend appointments from anywhere. Telehealth makes specialist care more convenient and accessible for patients who cannot easily visit a rheumatology office in person.
How long is a consultation at Rheumatologist OnCall?
The page highlights 60-minute consultations. This longer visit format gives the physician time to review symptoms, medical history, previous testing, diagnosis concerns, treatment options, lifestyle factors, and patient goals in more detail.
What does the direct-care model mean?
The direct-care model means patients receive care directly from Rheumatologist OnCall physicians without insurance middlemen controlling the visit. This allows the practice to focus on the patient’s needs, offer transparent pricing, reduce administrative barriers, and provide care based on medical priorities rather than insurance requirements.
Does Rheumatologist OnCall accept patients without insurance?
Yes. The page states that uninsured patients can still be seen and may benefit from discounted pricing on services, labs, imaging, and medications. The direct-care model is designed to help more patients access specialist rheumatology care.
Can I use insurance, HSA, or FSA benefits?
Yes. Patients may use healthcare insurance, HSA, or FSA benefits when possible for labs, imaging, tests, or medications. Rheumatologist OnCall can also provide a superbill that patients may submit to their insurance or reimbursement plan.
Does Rheumatologist OnCall provide transparent pricing?
Yes. Rheumatologist OnCall emphasizes transparent and affordable pricing before patients begin services. The page states that the model is designed to avoid hidden fees, surprise bills, and unclear medical costs.
Are labs, imaging, and medications discounted?
Yes. The page states that Rheumatologist OnCall works with labs, imaging centers, and medication partners to offer deeply discounted pricing. This can be especially helpful for patients with high-deductible plans or no insurance.
What conditions does Rheumatologist OnCall help manage?
Rheumatologist OnCall helps patients with autoimmune diseases and inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, lupus, and other rheumatologic concerns. The practice focuses on expert diagnosis, personalized treatment, and long-term disease control.
Does Rheumatologist OnCall offer whole-body care?
Yes. The page describes a comprehensive care model that includes expert diagnosis and treatment, holistic and integrative support, nutrition, lifestyle guidance, supplements, exercise, sleep strategies, and long-term remission planning.
Does Rheumatologist OnCall provide ongoing support?
Yes. Rheumatologist OnCall provides ongoing support through follow-up visits, treatment adjustments, monitoring, secure communication, lab and imaging follow-up, lifestyle support, and long-term remission strategies.
What is the goal of care at Rheumatologist OnCall?
The goal is to help patients gain control over their arthritis or autoimmune condition through earlier access, expert evaluation, personalized treatment, transparent costs, and long-term support focused on reducing flares, improving quality of life, and supporting lasting remission.
