The Johnson Center does not bill insurance directly. Functional medicine operates outside the insurance model by design — the depth of testing and time we spend with patients is not reimbursable under standard plans. We provide documentation for HSA reimbursement, and many of our patients find that a significant portion of their labs via Quest or Labcorp qualifies. We do provide you with a Superbill and depending on your insurance you may receive a partial reimbursement for the consult fee. We are happy to walk you through this on the discovery call.

Using your HSA is a great way to cover your functional medicine costs. To qualify for HSA, your treatment needs to fall under these three requirements: The treatment is recommended by a doctor It is treating a specific ailment It is medically necessary You’ll find that most of our treatments fall under these three requirements. We are happy to provide a letter that outlines how your treatment qualifies. For a full list of what qualifies for HSA, see the IRS’s document here.

Pricing depends on the clinical pathway your case requires. We will give you clear information on costs before you commit to anything. The first consult fee is based on the hourly rate of the practitioner. Dr. Johnson is $500/hour; Nurse Practitioners are $400/hour.

Traditional western medicine has some incredible strengths, but it also has weaknesses. Part of the problem actually lies with health insurance. Insurance companies often dictate the care that you receive and the amount of time that you spend with your providers. This puts you at a disadvantage--you don’t get the opportunity to really get to know your providers (and vice versa) and get all of your questions answered. Likewise, you miss out on treatments and therapies that could be helpful, but that a corporation has decided you shouldn’t receive. Insurance companies also force providers to focus on reactive care--waiting until you are sick before they will authorize payment. ​ Conversely, functional medicine is completely focused on your unique needs, with the goal not just to treat your symptoms, but to prevent disease as much as possible. We’ll spend time getting to know you, digging into your biology to find the root causes of your problems, and connect you with the latest, research-based treatments to address your specific needs. Is that worth it? We certainly think so. When you invest in your health, you get paid dividends in a happier, healthier, more active life.

We offer telemedicine across Virginia and North Carolina. Many of our patients travel for the initial appointment. On the discovery call, we can determine whether telemedicine, in-person care, or a combination makes the most sense for your situation.