Hormone Testing Clinic in Boca Raton, FL
Hormone testing can be used for diagnostic, monitoring, and screening purposes. Testing can help with the diagnosis of diseases such as delayed development, infertility, menopause, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and some types of tumors. Dr. Irfan Khan offers hormone testing at Boca Medical Care in Boca Raton Aesthetics. For more information, contact us or book an appointment online. We are located at 9250 Glades Rd #110 Boca Raton, FL 33434.
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Where can I get my hormone levels checked?
What is the cost of a hormone test?
Does insurance usually cover hormone testing?
What type of doctor should I see for hormone testing?
Hormone testing can refer to several types of tests that are completed to analyze the hormones within the body, often being used to determine if there is a presence of a hormonal imbalance, to diagnose a variety of health conditions, and to monitor the efficacy of treatments. They will typically involve providing a sample of blood, urine, or saliva that is then analyzed in a laboratory.
Not all clinics or healthcare providers can check hormone levels for patients, especially since there are a variety of types of hormone tests available. To receive reproductive hormone tests, patients may need to visit an endocrinologist, fertility specialist, or obstetrician/gynecologist. Many other types of hormone tests require blood or urine samples, which can be provided and tested at some doctor’s offices, clinics, or hospitals as long as they have laboratory services. If you reside in Boca Raton, FL, and are looking for a clinic that can provide hormone testing, Boca Medical Care offers a variety of hormone testing services that are convenient and provided by highly qualified medical staff.
There are a few factors that can influence the cost of a hormone test, with the most influential factors being which specific hormones are being tested as that determines the type of test being used, as well as the location of the clinic that is providing the tests (the local cost of living is a big factor) and the level of expertise of the healthcare provider performing the tests. To get an accurate estimate for the cost of any hormone tests you may need, it is best to reach out to the provider to schedule a consultation so that they can take your specific needs into account when providing an estimate. Tests to check the levels of thyroid stimulating hormone can typically range anywhere between $100 to $200, with cost estimates for tests that are used to check the levels of testosterone and estrogen will typically range between $150 and $250.
It is possible to receive insurance coverage for hormone tests in Florida, whether you receive coverage and how much coverage you can get is heavily dependent on your insurance provider and policy. Most insurance providers will offer at least partial coverage for medical tests and treatments that are considered to be medically necessary, which is often the case with hormone testing. To determine if you will be able to have even a portion of your hormone testing costs covered by your health insurance, it is recommended that you reach out directly to your insurance provider to see what kind of coverage is included in your policy.
Additionally, not all clinics can accept all insurance companies, so it is recommended that you also reach out to the clinic from which you would be receiving the hormone testing to ensure that they accept your insurance. It may also depend on the type of hormone tests that are being completed if they are covered by insurance. Insurance companies will typically provide coverage for specific tests checking the thyroid hormone levels, as well as to assess the levels of reproductive hormones (such as estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone), and adrenal hormones.
While it is common for patients to ask their family doctor to check their hormone levels, some clinics will specifically provide hormone testing services and will have healthcare providers who are specifically trained and have more experience in treating certain hormone imbalance conditions. When you visit a clinic to have your hormone levels tested, they will include a consultation before performing any tests to determine which tests to complete based on the displayed symptoms and specific concerns of each patient.
Some cases of imbalanced hormones may require more specialized treatment depending on the complexity of the underlying health condition, so while most primary care physicians are qualified to check hormone levels and provide diagnoses and treatments, patients may also be referred to an endocrinologist, which is a type of physician who specializes in hormone-related issues. For more information, contact us today at Boca Medical Care or book online to schedule an appointment. Visit our clinic in Boca Raton, 9250 Glades Rd #110. We serve patients from Boca Raton FL, Deerfield Beach FL, Pompano Beach FL, Coral Springs FL, Delray Beach FL, Parkland FL, Boynton Beach FL, and Fort Lauderdale FL.
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Additional Services We Offer
▸ Medical Marijuana
▸ Medical Weight Loss
▸ Immigration Physical
▸ Workers Comp
▸ Internal Medicine
▸ Telemedicine Visits
▸ Ozempic Injection
▸ Vaccination
▸ IV Therapy
▸ Semaglutide Injections
▸ Vitamin B12 Shots
▸ Hormone Testing
▸ Joint Pain
▸ BHRT