Frequently Asked Questions:

Naturopathic and functional medicine combines a blend of holistic approaches to health that addresss the root casue of your health concern. The root cause is the root factor that kicked off the casade of symptoms you are experiencing. 

The tools for identifying and addressing the root cause often include functional lab testing, nutritients, herbs, dietary changes, lifestyle modifications like exercise and self-care. 

An integrative appraoch doesnt inlcude throwing  a bunch of supplements or medications at the problem. It requires curiosity, data and a long-term plan to guide your body back to optimal health.

You can get  started by scheduling a New Patient visit and filling out the required paperwork. You can expect to order blood work and functional labs in the first visit san dthe second visit will be review and treatment plan.

Dr. Thorne specializes in Hormones, Thyroid, Digestion and regaining health after Alcohol. 

 *She works with women in menopause, perimenopause and menstruating women to address libido, hotflashes, birth control side effects, PCOS and mood swings. 

*She works with women struggling with hypothyroid symptoms and Hashimotos to regain energy, optimize metabolism, and balance mood.

*Dr. Thorne also works with women interested in addressing the root cause of overdrining and overeating patterns.

*Dr. Thorne can still order blood work that can be billed to insurance.

However, no, Dr. Thorne is  not in-network with any insurance companies or medicare programs. Dr. Thorne DOES offer a "Superbill" after each visit for patients to submit to insurance for partical reimbersement depending on their healthcare plan. 

If you are planning in using a superbill, you will want to ask your insurance company what the coverage is for an "Out-of-network provider" and what they would cover for a "99204 and/or 99214" coded visit.

No, Dr. Thorne is not operating as a Primary Care Physician any longer and has chosen to specialize in conditions listed above. Dr. Thorne enjoys working integratively with other practitioners to acheive your health goals. 

Dr. Thorne requires or recommends that all patients see a PCP at least once a year for their annual phsyical since Dr. Thorne is exclusively virtual.

Dr. Thorne can still order lab work that can billed to your insurance company even though she doesnt accept insurance. 

VIRTUAL TELEMEDICINE. Dr. Thorne works with all of her patients virtually. There are no in-person visits available at this time. This is part of the reason that Dr. Thorne recommedns or requires that all patients have a PCP do a phsyical exam at least once a year. In the futrue Dr. Thorne plans on hosting in-person workshops for patients.