FAQ | Inherited Health Medical Center Las Vegas

Question 1

What kind of practice is Inherited Health Medical Center?

Accepted Answer

IHMC is an adult primary care practice providing scheduled in-clinic and mobile primary care visits in Las Vegas, Nevada and surrounding areas. IHMC focuses on prevention, chronic disease management, medication review, patient education, care planning, and coordination with other healthcare professionals when appropriate.

Question 2

Does IHMC provide emergency care?

Accepted Answer

No. IHMC does not provide emergency care. For a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

Question 3

Does IHMC provide walk-in urgent care?

Accepted Answer

No. IHMC provides scheduled primary care visits only. IHMC is not a walk-in clinic, urgent care center, or emergency service.

Question 4

Does IHMC offer mobile visits?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Mobile primary care visits may be available for eligible adults based on location, clinical appropriateness, provider availability, and payment or insurance requirements. Not all patients will qualify. Contact IHMC to discuss whether mobile care may be appropriate for your situation.

Question 5

Who is eligible for mobile primary care?

Accepted Answer

Mobile care may be appropriate for homebound adults, older adults with mobility limitations, adults with transportation barriers, assisted living residents, residential care residents, and adults recovering from illness or hospitalization. Eligibility is determined during the intake process.

Question 6

What is the service area for mobile visits?

Accepted Answer

Mobile primary care is available in Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City, and surrounding areas as approved by the practice. Service area eligibility is confirmed during the intake process.

Question 7

Does IHMC provide wound care as a separate service?

Accepted Answer

No. IHMC is currently focused on adult primary care. Skin concerns, foot concerns, or wounds may be assessed during a primary care visit, and when appropriate, IHMC may coordinate referrals, home health orders, specialist referrals, or additional care.

Question 8

What chronic conditions does IHMC manage?

Accepted Answer

IHMC provides primary care for adults with a focus on prevention, chronic disease management, medication review, health screenings, follow-up care, and patient education. This may include care for high blood pressure, diabetes, medication management, fatigue, swelling, mobility changes, and other chronic health conditions. IHMC does not promise to treat every condition.

Question 9

Does IHMC accept insurance?

Accepted Answer

Insurance participation and payment options may vary by service, eligibility, location, and medical necessity. Contact IHMC to discuss your specific insurance coverage before scheduling.

Question 10

Are self-pay options available?

Accepted Answer

Self-pay arrangements may be available for patients without insurance coverage. Contact IHMC to discuss self-pay rates and payment methods.

Question 11

Can family members contact IHMC?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Family members and caregivers may contact IHMC for general appointment or referral questions. Please note that patient privacy rules apply, and IHMC may require appropriate authorization before discussing a patient's health information.

Question 12

Can wound photos be submitted through the public contact form?

Accepted Answer

No. Please do not submit wound photographs, diagnoses, detailed medical histories, insurance information, Social Security numbers, or other sensitive health information through the public website contact form.

Question 13

How do I become a new patient?

Accepted Answer

Contact IHMC by phone or email to request information or services. IHMC will review your request, confirm whether in-clinic or mobile care is appropriate, and guide you through the intake process.

Question 14

Does submitting the contact form confirm an appointment?

Accepted Answer

No. Submitting the contact form does not establish a provider-patient relationship or confirm an appointment. A team member will follow up to discuss your request and next steps.

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