- What is Atlantic Internal Medicine Plus (AIM Plus)? Atlantic Internal Medicine Plus is a concierge membership program. Dr. Crane has set the program up to provide services outside of a traditional insurance only practice. Crane’s goal is to provide you with the BEST possible medical care without constraints. The program allows Dr. Crane to spend more time with each patient, enhance patient access and improve coordination with other healthcare providers and facilities.
- How would I benefit from becoming a member of Atlantic Internal Medicine Plus? Membership in the program offers more time and better access to Dr. Crane. You will receive a thoughtful and conscientious care plan. We’ll personalize all testing, procedures and treatments and follow through on all details. Overall, we will save you both time and money. Patients in concierge practices have fewer Urgent Care and Emergency Department visits. They have less hospital admissions and readmissions.
- What about referrals to specialists? As an independent practitioner, Dr. Crane has no ties to any corporation that would influence referrals. Having practiced medicine in this community since 2000, he has broad knowledge of specialists in this area as well regional and University referral centers. He will find the best doctor for you.
- How can I determine if Atlantic Internal Medicine Plus right for me? Whether you are a person who is generally healthy and wants to practice wellness or someone who needs chronic disease management, our attention to detail and comprehensive services will provide tremendous benefit. We will tailor health maintenance and lifestyle advice specifically for you. If you value your health, Atlantic Internal Medicine Plus offers definite benefits for you.
- Do I have to join Atlantic Internal Medicine Plus to receive care from Dr. Crane? Yes. As of January 1, 2019, he will see only patients who have enrolled in Atlantic Internal Medicine Plus.
- What is the cost of the Annual Membership Fee? Please call us at (910) 754–8921 or email us at [email protected] for current rates.
- What are my options for paying the Annual Membership Fee? You may pay the Annual Membership Fee on an annual basis or in monthly installments. If you pay in full when you sign up for the entire calendar year and again in subsequent years, we offer an annual discount. We accept bank drafts, checks, and most credit cards. Monthly fees can only be paid by automatic withdrawal from a savings or checking account or credit card and are deducted one month in advance. For instance, February’s payment covers March’s services.
- Is the Annual Membership Fee refundable? If you pay the Annual Membership Fee in full it is not refundable. If you make monthly payments, your payments will end on the calendar month prior to the month you leave the practice. The Patient Agreement has further details.
- Is a membership in Atlantic Internal Medicine Plus considered a medical cost for tax purposes? Yes, the Annual Membership Fee is a medical expense and therefore can be tax deductible or can be covered by flex spending. We recommend that you talk with your tax professional if you have tax questions.
- Will my insurance pay the Annual Membership Fee? Atlantic Internal Medicine Plus provides non-covered services; therefore insurance does not cover your Annual Membership Fee. We will continue to bill your insurance carrier for all covered services. Deductibles and co-pays remain your responsibility. We will continue to file insurance claims for you.
- Is Atlantic Internal Medicine Plus an insurance policy? No, this program is not an insurance policy and does not in any way replace or interfere with your current insurance whether or not it is private or Medicare.
- I am interested in becoming a new patient of Atlantic Internal Medicine Plus. What should I do now? Contact us by phone at (910) 754-8921 or email us at [email protected] to request an information packet. After you fill out the new patient paperwork, you can mail it to us at 16 Medical Center Drive, SW, Supply, NC 28462, email it to [email protected] or FAX it to (910) 754-7140. We’ll schedule a time for you to meet Dr. Crane. This is a no charge, no obligation way for you to determine if Atlantic Internal Medicine Plus is a good fit for you.
