Frequently Asked Questions

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No, you can keep your primary care provider and we are happy keep them updated on your health needs and goals.  

Doc Bee Well offers a wide range of medical services for acute and chronic management of disease.  This includes hypertension, diabetes, kidney and heart disease.  All of our members benefit from preventive medical care, mental health management and life coaching.

Our office is in Tacoma, Washington, but it is by appointment only.  Doc Bee Well was designed so that you can obtain treatment in your own home or personal space either virtually or in-person.  Patients must be physically located in one of the states where Dr. Fasbinder is licensed at the time of service.   

 After you book your appointment, you will receive a confirmation email and text message with your appointment details. We encourage you to complete your secure online intake forms as soon as possible so Dr. Fasbinder can review your information before the visit.

You will also receive appointment reminders by email and text leading up to your appointment. For telehealth visits, your confirmation and reminder messages will include a secure link to join Dr. Fasbinder's virtual exam room. For in-person visits, we will provide the clinic address and arrival instructions.

If you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment, you can use the appointment management link included in your confirmation email.  

Yes. We believe healthcare should be simple and convenient. After booking, you will receive a secure appointment management link by email that allows you to review your appointment details, reschedule, or cancel your visit online at any time.

If you have questions or need additional assistance, our team is always available by phone or email.

Controlled substances are prescribed only when medically appropriate and permitted under applicable state and federal law. Schedule II medications may be prescribed to established patients located in Washington State in accordance with current regulations. Controlled substances are not prescribed to patients located outside of Washington.   Workman's Comp conditions (L&I) should be directed to an Occupational Health Provider.  Motor Vehicle Accidents should also be directed to a provider who has ability to work with car insurance.  If you have questions about your particular condition, please feel free to send Dr. Fasbinder an email bfasbinder@docbeewell.com

Doctor Fasbinder is accepting patients from 18 to 110 years of age

Yes, we are happy to send medications to your selected pharmacy.  Doc Bee Well does not sell or dispense medications. Any prescriptions, if medically appropriate, are issued solely at the physician’s discretion in accordance with State and federal law. 

Doc Bee Well is happy to announce that it now accepts Original Medicare.  Sorry we have not contracted with any of the advantage plans at this time.  

Doc Bee Well offers an alternative to a traditional medical practice.  Many of our patients have high deductible health plans that can be expensive to use for routine medical care.  Some of our patients do not have insurance through their work or are unable to obtain medical insurance from the government.  Our membership model allows us to focus on your health and not on insurance reimbursement.  Cost transparency gives our patients confidence that they will not be surprised by a huge office bill.  

Doctor Fasbinder is a very busy physician, his availability changes often, but it is up to date on the appointment's webpage.  When you click on a service it will ask you to choose a time to schedule. 

No, we do not accept insurance, but we recently became eligible to take Original Medicare.  You are strongly encouraged to maintain at least emergency (catastrophic) insurance in case you need to be admitted to the hospital or have major surgery.   

We are happy to travel within 30 minutes of our home office in Tacoma (1201 Pacific Ave).  This means we can travel to Federal Way, Fife, Lakewood, University Place, Fircrest, Puyallup, Sumner, Bonney Lake, Spanaway, Auburn, Dash Point, Des Moines, SeaTac, Tukwila, Renton and Kent.  If you are out of our service area feel free to contact Doc Bee Well to see if an exception can be made.  Home visits are only available by contacting us directly.  You can send us a message and we will let you know if we are able to accommodate you.  

Doc Bee Well has access to discount lab tests through a national laboratory partner.  Members can benefit from routine labs such as annual Complete Metabolic Screening, Lipid Screening, Urine microalbumin screening (for those with diabetes).  Additional tests can be ordered by your provider using the discounts we have available to us.  These additional charges will be passed onto your account.  See the discounted pricing list.  

We accept major credit and debit cards through our secure online payment system. Payment is collected during the online booking process for non-member visits.

Doc Bee Well is a direct-pay medical practice and does not bill insurance. Patients may request a receipt (superbill) that can be submitted to their insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement.

Membership fees and visit fees are clearly displayed before booking so there are no surprises.

Doc Bee Well currently provides care for patients located in Washington, Idaho, Ohio, Utah, Missouri, and Colorado during telehealth visits. In-person visits are available in the Tacoma, Washington area.

New patients can schedule online through our website at any time. Simply choose the type of visit that best fits your needs, select an available appointment time, and complete the booking process. If you have questions before scheduling, you are welcome to contact us by phone or email.

Doc Bee Well has partnered with ZocDoc to expand visibility to more patients in need.  We prefer patients book directly on our website to avoid the costs to our practice.  

Still under construction, Nurse Bee is your friendly virtual assistant from Doc Bee Well! 🚐💬 She’s here to help you 24/7 with quick answers about symptoms, care advice, and how to book an appointment. Whether you're unsure if you need a visit or just want guidance, Nurse Bee can point you in the right direction. She’s not a replacement for a doctor, but she’s a great first step when you need fast, educational help. 

 If this is a medical emergency, call 911.