Dr. Danielle Mitchell doesn’t have much love for insurance companies.
The Chattanooga physician says they drive up costs and limit doctors’ time with patients. So Mitchell plans to cut ties with insurers by encouraging her health-minded patients to switch to high-deductible plans and pay out-of-pocket to see her more often.
“I can’t get rid of insurance companies all at once,” Mitchell said. “But I am definitely starting to phase out the insurance companies one by one.”
Mitchell’s patients can choose a “membership option” at her Chattanooga Sports Institute and Center for Health. For $50 a month, or $600 annually, they’ll be guaranteed four, 30-minute office visits and reduced prices for X-rays, labs and urgent care services. Or patients can pay $60 for each 15-minute visit. Or, if they want to use insurance, Mitchell will see those patients for 15 minutes.
What you pay
Fees at Dr. Danielle Mitchell’s Chattanooga Sports Institute and Center for Health• Membership option: Patients pay $50 per month for one year, or $600 which entitles them to four 30-minute office visits and reduced costs on X-rays, lab and urgent care.• Pay-as-you-go: Patients pay $60 for each 15-minute block of time and also get a discount on service.• Insurance option: Patients can keep their current plans and will get 15-minute appointments.See more online at www.chattanoogasportsinstitute.com