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Enhanced New Patient Physical Appointment

Are you a new patient to Palo Alto Medical Foundation and between the ages of 18 and 49?

If you answered yes, we invite you to book your physical exam as an Enhanced New Patient Physical Appointment.

This type of visit offers two enhancements:

  • A welcome session to orient you to PAMF’s care system and your care team.
  • Tablet-based technology to collect your clinical information.
    These services are offered at no extra charge.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Enhanced New Patient Physical Appointment?

75 minutes, inclusive of the welcome session and tablet completion time.

What happens at the welcome session?

You’ll receive an overview of PAMF’s care systems so you know your choices and how to access them. You will meet in person with various members of your doctor-led care teams to learn their roles and how they work together to support your needs.

How do you conduct the welcome session?

We will greet you and a maximum of three other patients in our welcome lounge. After the session, we will escort you to a private exam room for the rest of your visit.

What types of questions will be asked on the tablet?

Your medical history, family history and social habits.

Will all paper processes be eliminated?

No. A few paper forms still require your actual signature. We’ll get those at the registration desk when you arrive.

How will this visit be billed?

This is billed as a new patient physical exam, also known as a new patient preventive exam.

This is a preventive visit. Can I bring up other medical issues?

We recommend scheduling a separate appointment if you have new or changing medical problems that may need thorough evaluation. Stable but chronic conditions will be reviewed as part of your medical history.

Can you refill my medications at this visit?

Yes, unless the medication treats a complex or changing condition. In that case, you might first need an additional evaluation at a separate visit.

Will I receive vaccines and/or lab tests?

That depends on your health history. If you need either, we can provide them at the end of your visit.

How much will this cost?

The Enhanced New Patient Physical costs the same as a standard new patient physical exam. There are no extra charges.

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