Primary Care and Medication Management

Are you tired of long waits in the waiting room? Are you fed up with rescheduled appointments, feeling rushed during appointments, and frustrated by the lack of time to talk about all of your concerns with your healthcare provider? Are you tired of your insurance company or large health corporations dictating the amount of time you have with your healthcare provider and the quality of care you receive? Do you desire an option for telehealth appointments? At Austin Wellness Solutions, Emily Austin, MS, APRN, FNP -C  provides individualized, one on one primary care services, without the hassle and rush of the traditional medical office setting. 

If you take prescription drugs for chronic disease like hypertension, high cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes, depression, anxiety,  ADHD or thyroid disease, it’s crucial to have a relationship with a healthcare provider you trust. At Austin Wellness Solutions, in Thornton, Colorado, board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner Emily Austin, MS, APRN, FNP-C, can get you back on the road to health optimization. Call the office today or book online to learn more about services offered. 

What does primary care involve?

True primary care is all about prevention. Age happens, but disease and chronic health problems are not a normal part of the aging process! Primary care healthcare providers seek to prevent disease, assist with overall wellness, perform physical exams, wellness visits, and provide general health guidance. When disease happens, primary care healthcare providers are well equipped to diagnose, treat, and refer to specialists when needed.

Emily offers both telehealth appointments and in-clinic appointments. If you pay out of pocket for medical expenses, or if you have a high deductible plan or high co-insurance, you may choose to avoid the hassle of insurance claims and copays, and enjoy the opportunity to develop a satisfying relationship with your healthcare provider. Depending on the complexity of the appointment and your medical needs, you will have up to an entire hour with Emily to discuss your needs and concerns. 

Emily accepts health savings accounts (HSA) and flex medical benefits cards (FSA), and also offers financing through CareCredit*, as well as accepting major credit cards and cash. Contact the office today or request an appointment online to get started on your personalized primary care journey. 

*subject to Care Credit's approval process

What is medication management? 

At Austin Wellness Solutions, medication management begins with an in-office consultation.

On the day of your appointment, bring a list of all the medications you regularly take, including prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, ointments or creams, bottles of drops, vitamins, inhalers, and/or injections. If you have questions about any of these medicines, write those down as well. 

When you arrive at the office, Emily reviews the list of medications you’re taking and asks questions about them, including how often you take them, at what dosage, and if you’re experiencing any side effects. She conducts a physical exam and develops the treatment plan with you, not just for you.

Emily uses that information to develop a custom medication management treatment plan. If possible and medically appropriate, she may wean you off of some medications and recommend natural alternatives, like bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, supplements, lifestyle changes or even peptide therapy. These treatments are minimally invasive and can restore your body to balance naturally, without prescription drugs. Some prescription drugs are necessary to treat disease, and some drugs are used to prevent disease from developing. 

After creating a medication management treatment plan, Emily gives you guidelines to follow. These guidelines include a schedule for taking your medications and routine checkups at Austin Wellness Solutions. At each checkup, Emily monitors your health by physical exam and orders lab tests as appropriate, ensuring you’re getting the proper care. 

Who is a candidate for medication management?

Anyone who takes two or more prescription drugs and/or vitamins or nutritional supplements can benefit from medication management at Austin Wellness Solutions.

That’s especially true if you have an underlying health problem like diabetes, high blood pressure (hypertension), or other chronic medical issues. Emily can help optimize your health, so you have energy and feel your best. 

Call Austin Wellness Solutions to see if you can benefit from primary care services or book online today.