Chronic Disease Management

Managing a chronic condition takes more than quick visits and prescription refills; it requires a thoughtful, ongoing partnership between you and your provider. At Direct Wellness RVA in Midlothian, Virginia, Grace Beers, PA-C, MSPAS, delivers chronic disease management through a membership model that prioritizes time, access, and a root-cause, whole-person approach. With a simple monthly fee, you’ll have unlimited access to your provider, extended visits, and direct communication between appointments. It’s like concierge medicine in terms of availability and attention, but without the high price tag. Call now to set up your appointment or use the online scheduling option.

What kinds of conditions fall under chronic disease management?

Chronic conditions are long-term health issues that may not have a cure but can be effectively managed with the right care. The most common include:

• Diabetes 
• Hypertension
• High cholesterol
• Cardiovascular disease
• Thyroid disorders
• Asthma
• COPD
• Arthritis
• Autoimmune conditions

Grace doesn’t just manage numbers on a chart; she takes time to understand your lifestyle, stressors, and family history. She treats you as a whole person, not a diagnosis, and looks for solutions that help you stay active and feel better.

How often do I need to be seen for a chronic disease?

The frequency of visits depends on your condition. If you’re newly diagnosed with diabetes, you may need close care for a while. Alternatively, if you have well-controlled blood pressure, you may only require periodic check-ins.

The good news is that your membership gives you the flexibility to be seen as often as you need without the worry of per-visit costs. Here’s what you can expect:

• Initial visits to establish your baseline health and treatment plan
• Regular follow-up visits to monitor your progress and make adjustments
• Same- or next-day visits if acute needs arise
• Ongoing communication 

Consistency is key in managing chronic disease. That’s why your provider doesn’t rush visits. You’ll have time to talk, ask questions, and understand your treatment plan. By building a strong relationship with Grace, you’re more likely to stick with your care plan and get the results you want.

How does your chronic disease management differ?

Traditional healthcare often treats chronic disease reactively. You come in for short visits, get lab work, receive a prescription, and are told to come back in three months, but you never feel like you’re making progress.

At Direct Wellness RVA, the team takes a root-cause, whole-person, evidence-based approach. Instead of just treating symptoms, your provider digs into the underlying factors that may be contributing to your condition.

Each of your visits with Grace is unhurried; she takes time to educate you and give you the tools and support you need to manage your condition well.

The membership model also removes the financial barriers that could keep you from following up as much as you should. There are no copays or confusing insurance rules. You’re just responsible for one monthly fee that covers all of your visits, communication, and ongoing support.

Call today for personalized chronic disease management, or book an appointment online.