
Frequently Asked Questions
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As a direct care practice, Scott & Co. Skin does not accept insurance to cover any costs associated with your visit. Read more about our model here.
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Medical services and select products may be paid for using your FSA or HSA card.
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The direct care model prioritizes the direct relationship between physician and patient by removing insurance from the picture. By choosing not to work with insurance, we have the flexibility to spend much more time with patients and use the best tools at our disposal to take care of them. Read more about direct care here.
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Find all of our pricing info here. We don’t work on a commission model so we don’t push sales or unnecessary procedures, and we don’t contract with insurance, so you are so much more than just a number in a patient factory. Every one of our patients is a VIP.
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We can apply the consult fee to the cost of service if, 1) the service is the primary reason for the visit, and 2) the service is performed the same day as the consultation.
Unfortunately we cannot apply this cost towards a service performed at a later date, or if the consultation involved several other issues.
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We strive to make the most of your time with us. We can often perform a treatment the same day as your consult, though occasionally we may recommend a pre-treatment regimen for optimal results. Filling out your new patient forms (in your confirmation email and text) as soon as possible prior to your visit assists greatly in making the most of our time in office.
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Upon request we can provide a comprehensive receipt of your services (known as a Superbill) that you can submit to your insurance carrier for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Please note that every insurance plan varies and we cannot predict reimbursement or contact insurers on your behalf.
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At our clinic you will see always see Dr. Scott for your initial consultation and treatment. Read more about Dr. Scott here.
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Because of our direct care model, our appointments never feel rushed. The average consultation visit is about a half hour, and procedural visits may range from 30-60 minutes. We respect your time and busy schedule, so you are always welcomed at the time of your appointment.
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We are honored to meet you soon! Please ensure that you’ve taken the time to fill out the new patient forms at least 24-48h prior to your appointment. If you are coming in for a full skin check or a hair loss consultation, please ensure that your hair is styled in a way that Dr. Scott can examine your whole scalp. For any facial concern or evaluation please arrive with a clean face free of makeup.
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We kindly ask that you refrain from bringing any guests for your consultation visit. We do approve guests on a case-by-case basis, please discuss with us prior to your appointment. For minors, a parent or guardian must be present.
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We’d be honored to care for you even if you don’t call San Diego home. Please scroll through this page for more information on our location, travel info, and hotel options.
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Yes! Dr. Scott also offers virtual consultations. When clicking our booking link, just click virtual to see availability. After booking, you will receive the new consult questionnaire to fill out. Consults are done in real-time so please ensure you have a strong wifi connection and privacy to discuss the reason for your consult. Please note: Virtual medical consultations are limited to patients residing in CA or FL (where Dr. Scott can manage medical patients and send prescriptions if necessary). General skin and hair consultations can be booked from any location.
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Our location has convenient, on-site parking directly in front of our suite. Read more about our location here.
Still have a question?
✉ Email
hello@scottandcoskin.com
⎁ Text
(858) 567-2227
☏ Call
(858) 252-2174