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We specialize in diagnosing and treating various musculoskeletal, arthritis, and autoimmune conditions like:

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Lupus
• Gout
• Psoriatic arthritis
• Ankylosing spondylitis
• Scleroderma
• Vasculitis
• Polymyositis
• Osteoporosis
• Sjögren’s disease, and others.

We can also evaluate different abnormal tests, such as a positive ANA test or abnormal rheumatoid factor, ANCA antibodies, elevated C-Reactive protein or sedimentation rate or other tests.

We offer both in-person and video consultations (telehealth/ telemedicine) for your convenience. If you’re in California or can travel, we’d be pleased to see you at our Irvine office. Otherwise, we provide online video consultations for patients in select U.S. states. [See our current list of covered states here.]

At Rheumatologist OnCall, we prioritize timely access to care. You can typically schedule an appointment within a few days or 1-2 weeks at most, depending on the urgency of your condition.

This is a significant improvement over the traditional system, where patients often wait 4-6 months for a rheumatology appointment and require a referral from their primary care provider.

With us, no referrals are needed—simply book your consultation on our website to receive prompt, specialized care for your health concerns.

No, you don’t need a referral to see the doctor at Rheumatologist OnCall. Unlike traditional healthcare systems, where you might wait 4-6 months and require a referral from your primary care physician, our service allows you to book an appointment directly.

This means you can get specialized rheumatology care much faster – typically within a few days to 1 to 2 weeks, depending on the urgency of your condition.

Your visit includes much more than just a brief 10-15-minute appointment. Here, you are seen by a physician with extensive training and expertise, not a mid-level practitioner.

The first consultation includes a few parts: 

• Before you even meet with the doctor, they take the time to carefully review all your medical records in depth (Up to 2 hours allotted time)
• Personalized 1 (one) hour one-on-one consultation via telemedicine or in person in Irvine, CA
• Based on this information, the physician will be ordering additional testing and medication as needed
• This visit is followed by an immediate written and implemented action plan
• You will receive continued support after the visit (up to 15 days)
• We will communicate on your behalf with other physicians to coordinate your care

Our Personalized Care Membership is crafted to provide top-tier, dedicated support for individuals needing ongoing, specialized care. Here’s how it can make a difference in your health journey:

• Rapid Access to Specialist: No lengthy wait times—enjoy priority scheduling, including same or next-day telehealth visits.
• Unlimited Communication: Access via our secure patient portal with text, email, or phone support.
• Monthly Check-Ins & Personalized Care: Receive 1-2 monthly 30-minute appointments 
• Tailored Treatment Plans: Your care is customized to your needs, integrating both traditional and holistic approaches.
• Affordable Lab & Imaging Services: Save up to 80% on essential tests and imaging, as well as discounts on medications and supplements.
• Holistic and Integrative Approach: We blend the best of conventional and lifestyle medicine to support your health and well-being.
• Exclusive Patient Education Resources: Gain access to a library of knowledge to support your journey.

We carefully select patients to ensure that our approach can genuinely make a difference. Not everyone will qualify, but for those who do, we’re committed to a fully personalized care experience to help you achieve lasting health improvements.

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Following your initial consultation, you and our physician will determine together if our practice is the right fit for your needs. Should you choose to become a patient, we require a minimum six-month membership.

This time frame ensures we can effectively start, adjust, and optimize your treatment plan for meaningful progress. Throughout this period, you’ll have consistent communication with our specialist.

After six months, you’ll decide if continued care here best suits your ongoing needs. If you wish to cancel, a 30-day written notice is required.

Rheumatologist OnCall currently provides services in multiple states across the U.S. However, the list of states we cover can change due to evolving telemedicine regulations. Please visit our website or contact our support team at [email protected]  to get the most up-to-date information on which states we serve. 

We’re continuously working to expand our coverage to make specialized rheumatology care accessible to more patients. If your state isn’t currently covered, we recommend asking for a second opinion or signing up for our newsletter to stay informed about new state additions to our service area.

We welcome all patients, no matter what type of insurance they have—or even if they don’t have insurance. 

Since we are a direct care practice, we don’t bill insurance for office visits, but there are still many ways you can use your insurance for your medical care. 

Here, you can use your insurance to cover lab work, imaging, and medications, and we provide a superbill (invoice) that you can submit for reimbursement. 

If you have an HSA or FSA account, you can use it to pay for your visit.

For patients with high-deductible plans, we also offer transparent and discounted pricing on labs, imaging, and many medications to optimize your medical costs healthcare. 

Our goal is to make high-quality rheumatologic care both accessible and affordable while helping you make the most of your healthcare benefits.

We are not contracted with Medicare, but you are absolutely welcome to book an appointment with us!  We welcome all patients, no matter what type of insurance they have—or even if they don’t have insurance.

Since we are a direct care practice, we don’t bill insurance/Medicare for office visits, but there are still many ways you can use your insurance for your medical care.  You can use your insurance to cover lab work, imaging, and medications. 

We also offer transparent and discounted pricing on labs, imaging, and many medications to optimize healthcare costs. 

Unfortunately, you cannot submit your invoice for reimbursement to Medicare.

In some states, Medicaid may refuse to accept orders from physicians that are not directly contracted with them. Still, we are always happy to coordinate with your primary care provider to help you get labs, imaging, or treatment recommendations.  

Our goal is to make high-quality rheumatologic care both accessible and affordable while helping you make the most of your healthcare benefits.

No problem! We welcome all patients, whether you have insurance or not. As a direct care practice, we work directly with you—no middlemen, no surprise bills.

We offer transparent, affordable pricing for consultations, and we also provide deeply discounted rates of up to 80% on lab work, imaging, and many medications to help keep your healthcare costs manageable. Our goal is to make high-quality rheumatologic care accessible to everyone.

If an in-person evaluation is necessary, we’ll coordinate to arrange an appointment. California residents can be seen at our office in Irvine, and we also welcome patients from across the country, including frequent travelers from states like Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Florida, Washington, and Oregon.

Our goal is to provide you with the most comprehensive care, whether locally or from afar.

Yes, you are welcome to use your insurance to cover the cost of laboratory tests, imaging, and treatments. We aim to help you optimize the benefits of your healthcare insurance premiums.

However, if you have a high deductible, we offer transparent pricing and significantly discounted rates for labs, imaging, and many medications. So, you will control your finances and choose what is best for you. There will be no surprise bills from us ever.

Yes, you can use your Health Savings Account (HSA) to pay for both initial and follow-up consultations. We’re also happy to provide an invoice for your visit (known as a Superbill) that you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement.

However, we recommend checking with your HSA administrator or employer to ensure there are no specific restrictions on using your HSA funds for these services.

Many people can use their Health Savings Account (HSA) to pay for membership, though eligibility may vary.

We recommend checking with your HSA administrator or employer to confirm if our membership qualifies under your specific HSA plan. While some patients find it eligible, we cannot guarantee this will apply to everyone.

We strongly recommend that patients continue their regular medical insurance, which includes many significant benefits, such as emergency room access, access to other providers, pharmacy benefits, and hospitalization benefits.

Unfortunately, our physician’s doctor cannot order tests before their initial evaluation that will determine which tests are appropriate and/ or necessary for your specific condition. After this evaluation, we can order laboratory and imaging tests like CTs, X-rays, and MRIs.

This approach ensures you receive personalized care and undergo only the most relevant and necessary tests, avoiding unnecessary expenses.

Yes, you need a consultation with our physician to receive treatment for your condition. This visit allows the doctor to discuss your symptoms, perform any necessary examinations or tests to properly diagnose your condition, and develop a personalized treatment plan.

Absolutely. We treat pain that can come from many sources as long as it falls under our specialty, rheumatology. We can use many medications, from NSAIDs to disease-modifying arthritis drugs, biologics, and others. If you have chronic pain syndrome from a disease outside our area of expertise, we are happy to refer you to a pain specialist in your area.

We are not a pain management clinic. We rarely prescribe narcotics and only for a short period if the indication is related to diseases that we treat. Many US states require special pain contracts to prescribe these types of medication. However, we are happy to refer you to a pain specialist in your area.

Absolutely! We understand that healthcare costs are a concern. We offer our patients about 80% direct discounts on lab tests and many imaging studies. We have resources for significantly discounted cash prices on medications.

We can give you upfront cash pricing, which may be lower than using insurance, especially for high-deductible plans. We also work to maximize insurance benefits when applicable.

Our team is committed to transparency and will discuss all lab expenses with you before ordering any tests, ensuring you receive necessary diagnostics while keeping costs manageable.

Yes, we do offer Superbills. After your consultation, we can provide you with a detailed superbill upon request. This document includes all the necessary information to submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.

While we can’t guarantee reimbursement, as coverage varies by insurance plan, this superbill gives you the documentation needed to file a claim with your insurance provider for out-of-network benefits, if applicable to your policy.

A second opinion is another doctor’s evaluation of your condition to confirm or reassess your diagnosis and treatment plan. It’s helpful if you need clarification on the effectiveness of your current diagnosis or treatment or if your concerns need to be addressed. 

Our rheumatologist provides detailed second opinions based on a comprehensive review of your medical records, discusses your concerns, prepares a written report, and has a call to explain our findings. 

This service can clarify and ensure you’re on the best treatment path. The report is confidential and only shared with your permission.

Yes, you can transfer your care from another rheumatologist to our practice. We welcome patients seeking to change their care provider. To ensure a smooth transition, we’ll need your medical records from your previous rheumatologist.

Once we receive your information, our rheumatologist will review your case thoroughly. We’ll then schedule a comprehensive initial consultation to discuss your condition, current treatment, and any new recommendations.

Our goal is to provide seamless continuity of care while offering our expertise to optimize your treatment plan.

After you book the consultation, you will receive a personalized invitation to set up your patient portal with our practice.

Once your account is set up, you can securely upload your medical records into your patient portal before your appointment. This allows our rheumatologist to review your medical history in advance, making your consultation more efficient and informative.

If you need assistance sharing your records, our staff can guide you through the process, so please email [email protected]

If you have a medical emergency, seek immediate care at the nearest emergency room or call 911.

Our service is not designed to handle urgent, life-threatening situations. For less critical but urgent concerns related to your rheumatological condition, we offer rapid response times for our patients.

You can contact our office, and we’ll address your issue promptly, potentially scheduling a same-day telemedicine appointment if necessary. However, for any severe or sudden symptoms, always prioritize your safety and seek emergency medical attention first.

After an emergency visit, we encourage you to follow up with us to ensure continuity of care for your rheumatological needs.

Please read our refund policy carefully before booking a consultation.

1. Booking Fee: The booking fee is non-refundable. This fee secures your appointment and ensures that the time is reserved for you.
2. State Eligibility: Before booking, it is the patient’s responsibility to verify if our services are available in their state. We do not offer refunds for consultations booked in states where our services are not provided since we block the time for your consultation.
3. Consultation Fee: The consultation fee is non-refundable once the consultation has been completed. We are committed to providing the highest quality of care during your consultation, and this policy reflects the value of the time and expertise offered.

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please contact our support team at [email protected]  before booking your consultation.

Thank you for your interest in booking an appointment with us!

Yes, you can pay with a debit or credit card. We accept most major debit and credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover, for your convenience.

Our secure payment system protects your financial information during the transaction. The same card will be charged for the cost of the consultation that is due at the time of your first appointment, If you have any issues with payment or questions about the process, our support team is available to assist you.

Your credit card will be charged in two stages:

1. The booking fee is charged immediately when you schedule your appointment. This secures your slot and is non-refundable.
2. The consultation fee is charged immediately after your appointment is completed.

For your convenience, we accept most major debit and credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.

The same card will be charged for the consultation fee due at your first appointment unless you inform us that you want to use a separate card. If you have any issues with payment or questions about the process, our support team is available to assist you.