North Star Family Medicine is a private medical practice owned by Dr. Kristina Lelcu and is not affiliated with any health care system. Dr. Lelcu is the sole physician in the practice, along with Ashley Gagnon, PA.
Many patients are confused about the services covered during an annual exam and expect the entire office visit to be free. They are surprised when they receive a bill from our clinic, and we’d like to clarify what is covered and not covered in the annual exam.
The purpose of an annual exam is to review your overall health, identify health risks, and discuss how to keep you healthy. In addition, screening tests are ordered. You may expect us to check your vital signs (height, weight, temperature, blood pressure and pulse), perform a physical examination, discuss immunizations, health screenings, and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Blood tests or other preventative medicine tests may be ordered. The goal is to prevent disease before it starts and keep you healthy. You may discuss your current health, family history, past medical history and surgeries, the risk of having a disease, and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle without being charged during your annual exam.
During the annual exam, if you request additional services, there may be an additional charge. For example, if you need a medication refill or have knee pain you’d like addressed, this is billed separately from the annual exam. Depending on your health insurance coverage, you may be financially responsible for these additional services.
The providers and staff at North Star Family Medicine are happy to discuss additional issues during your annual exam. We understand that coming to the clinic for another visit apart from your annual exam may be an inconvenience. Please keep in mind, if you decide to ask additional questions, you may be responsible financially for a portion of the clinic visit. If you have any questions before or during the visit, please ask a member of the office staff and we are available to answer any questions you may have.
Thank you for supporting independent medical practices and for paying your bill in a timely manner.
The clinic offers a 10% discount for cash paying patients at the time of visit.
It is difficult to determine the cost of the visit prior to meeting with the patient. On average, the cost of an initial visit is approximately $300 and follow up is $250. Many factors, including length of visit and complexity of the disease, determine the final cost.
Other costs, including labs, x-rays, and procedures are additional.
Call the office and the staff may review charges with you for the services desired.
We have same day appointments available and the ability to evaluate and treat urgent care patients. We are open each day till 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday. Friday we close at noon.