Why is a new patient podiatry appointment more expensive than a review appointment?
The podiatry new patient appointment is more expensive than a review appointment primarily because it involves more time and resources.
In the new patient appointment, the podiatrist spends more time carefully assessing the patient, reviewing their medical history and carrying out tests and examinations.
The podiatrist also carefully examines the feet, taking into consideration any deformity or bone structure changes, as well as any soft tissue damage or disruption to the skin. Blood pressure and vascular assessment may also be carried out.
All these tests help the podiatrist diagnose any underlying condition, and come up with an individualised treatment plan to help the patient.
In addition, the podiatrist takes time to understand the patient's goals and assesses the most appropriate care program for them.
During the new patient appointment, the podiatrist will also provide advice and instruction on the correct foot care for the patient.
For example, providing custom made orthotics (specialised heel and arch supports) or giving advice on the type of shoes to wear, to prevent any further damage or injury. To ensure that our podiatrists can provide the best quality care to our patients, the new patient appointment is allocated more time than the review appointment.
This extra time allows the podiatrist to evaluate the situation and develop an appropriate treatment plan, so that our patients get the best results.
Overall, the new patient appointment is more expensive than a review appointment because it involves more time and resources. With the new patient appointment, the podiatrist can assess the situation and provide comprehensive care that is tailored to your unique needs, to help you reach their foot care goals.
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