Private Practice Policy
Purpose of This Policy
This policy outlines how Axis Arthritis & Rheumatology Care (also referred to as AARC) provides virtual clinical guidance and how care interactions are structured within a private practice model.
Scope of Care
- AARC provides virtual clinical guidance, symptom review, education, and structured next-step planning
- Care is not a replacement for in-person evaluation, emergency care, lab testing, imaging, or physical procedures
- Services focus on clarity, pattern-based symptom review, report interpretation, and care direction
Nature of Consultations
- Consultations are scheduled, private, and focused on understanding symptom patterns
- Sessions prioritize clinical reasoning, patient history, and structured guidance
- No medical claims or guarantees are made regarding diagnosis, outcomes, or timelines
Limitations of Virtual Care
AARC does not provide:
- Emergency medical services
- Prescriptions without appropriate clinical context
- Lab testing, imaging, or physical examinations
- Procedure-based care or infusion therapies
- Insurance coverage determination or claims processing advice
Responsibility of the Patient
Patients are encouraged to:
- Share accurate health history and relevant medical reports
- Seek immediate in-person care for urgent or worsening symptoms
- Use virtual guidance as a supportive component of their overall care plan