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Naturopathic Care

The main work of the Naturopathic Doctors at Natura is to provide whole-person naturopathic medical care. In doing so, they can function as primary care providers or as adjunctive providers, working alongside your other primary care provider.

Building on the principles of Naturopathic Medicine, their care is focused on addressing the root causes of your health conditions and providing low-risk, integrative treatments.

Consultations with Natura naturopathic doctors are done in person and telemedicine, including phone and video.

Natura's providers are licensed to provide care for providers in both Montana and Idaho

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Typical Patient Journey

First Office Visit

Meet with your naturopathic doctor. These visits are typically 90 minutes long and include a thorough history, physical exam, and establishing a robust treatment plan. This often includes lab testing, supplement or medication prescriptions, IV therapy, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, and/or lifestyle recommendations.

Second Office Visit
Future Office Visits

During your second visit, your naturopathic doctor will follow up from your first visit, review any labs, check in on how well supplements and other treatments are working, and adjust treatment plans moving forward.

The frequency of future office visits is determined in consultation with your naturopathic doctor and may vary anywhere between 2 weeks to 6 months, depending on the intensity of your health condition and the need for follow up.

Start Treatment Plan. Complete labs and imaging, start using therapies, etc.

Frequently asked questions

Does Natura offer Telemedicine visits?

Yes, Natura does offer phone or virtual Telemed appointments. The virtual and phone appointment charges are the same as if the patient was in-person. When scheduling your appointment, please let the front desk know that you prefer to have a virtual Telemed appointment. You will receive a link in your email to access your Telemed appointment. At the time of your appointment, please click on that emailed link from your computer or smartphone to share the video call with your doctor. If you’re having trouble joining the call, or want to use the telephone instead, click on the participant’s icon on the left, and you’ll see instructions for joining the call by phone. You can also call the front desk at (406) 317-1965 to troubleshoot issues or switch to a phone call.

Does Natura offer yearly well-woman exams?

Yes, we do! You may be asked to see a different physician than you normally see for a well woman exam. For more information, please visit our page about <<Reproductive and Hormone Care.>>

Does Natura accept insurance?

No. To help save on costs, and to ensure we are able to provide the highest quality care possible, we do not bill insurance directly. We can offer you receipts or superbills that you can submit to your insurance company. Natura Doctors are not credentialed and part of any insurance networks. We do accept HSA/FSA.

What if my doctor isn't available to see me?

Natura always has a doctor on call. If you need anything urgently after-hours, please call the office at (406) 317-1965 and the answering service will contact the physician currently on call. There will likely be a charge incurred. The on-call doctor may not be your primary doctor. For emergencies, call 911 or seek emergency care.

Do insurance companies pay for naturopathic medicine?

In Montana, many health insurance companies cover naturopathic medical services. However, the extent to which naturopathic medicine is covered varies depending on the insurance company and insurance plan. Please refer to your insurance plan documents or contact your insurance company if you have any questions about what is covered under your individual insurance plan.

What is included in the cost of patient visits?

The cost of the patient visit includes only the time with your doctor. Any supplements, labs and in-clinic blood draws are an additional cost. The visit cost depends on the time and also the complexity of your visit. Upon scheduling appointments for you, the front desk can only provide an estimate of appointment costs. Please note that the final cost can potentially change depending on time and doctor-deemed complexity.

Are there No-Show or Late Cancellation fees?

Yes. You will be charged $50 if you cancel an appointment within 24 hours of your established appointment or if you do not show up to your appointment without any notice.

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