Poolesville Family Practice
Dr. Amar Duggirala
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Fees/Insurance
 
To allow us the freedom to spend as much time as our patients need and allow medical judgment to be the sole reason that directs their care, we do not contract with HMO insurance.
 
Frequently Asked Questions:
 
Why doesn't Dr.Duggirala take my insurance?
 
Dr. Duggirala's only concern and responsibility is to his patients. By not contracting with insurance companies he is not burdened by their rules and red tape.  He believes that only a doctor and patient should be making medical decisions, not insurance companies.
 
 
 
How do I get reimbursed by my Insurance company?
 
As a courtesy to you, we will, submit your bill to your PPO or POS insurance plan. Payment is expected at the time of service for some insurances. (HMO plans do not allow any out-of-network provider to be reimbursed).
 
 
 
I am concerned about my out of pocket cost?
 
Our fees are similar to most in-network physicians (and often much lower than other practices in Montgomery County), but since you are going 'out-of-network', you may be paying more out of pocket.  Because our office is not burdened by insurance company red tape, Dr.Duggirala has time to spend with his patients and is usually available for same day urgent visits.
 
 
 
 
Do you accept Medicare?
 
We accept Medicare and are open to new Medicare patients.
 
 
 

 

What are the benefits of being a patient at Poolesville Family Practice?
 
1. You get appointments when you need them. 
2. Dr. Duggirala spends time with you. 
3. When you call the office, you get a real live person; (We don't believe in phone trees)
4.  Wait time in the office is short
5. You get a written "Visit Summary" after each visit. So you know what tests were done, what your diagnosis is, how to take your medications, and what to do next.
6. Labs and x-rays are done in the office. 
7. Your whole family gets their medical care in one office.
8. Dr.Duggirala is on-call for his patients 24/7
9. Convenience and comprehensive medical care right in Poolesville.
10. The best in modern health care technology (we use an EMR-electronic medical records and electronic prescribing) combined with the best of an old fashioned family doctor (Dr.Duggirala has a doctor's bag and does house calls).

 

 

 

 

Further Questions:

 

If you have any questions about fees or insurance please call the office at (301) 972-7600 and ask to speak to our office manager.