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New Patients: What to Expect

Everything you need for a smooth first visit — how to prepare, what happens in the exam room, and how we'll plan your care.

Dr. Nikul Panchal, DPM, FACFAS — Fellowship-Trained Surgeon

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Your first visit

Here's how it goes

  1. Request your appointmentCall (386) 217-6556 or use the request form — we'll confirm a time, usually within the week.
  2. Bring the essentialsPhoto ID, insurance card, medication list, any prior imaging or records — and the shoes you wear most.
  3. Tell your storyThe visit starts with listening: your symptoms, your history, your activity, and what you want to get back to.
  4. A thorough examA hands-on evaluation of your feet and ankles, with in-office imaging when it's needed for the diagnosis.
  5. Leave with a planA clear explanation of what's going on and a written treatment plan — including costs and next steps, with no surprises.

Patient forms

New-patient intake forms are available at the front desk, and arriving 15 minutes early is plenty of time to complete them. Prefer to handle it in advance? Call (386) 217-6556 and our staff can take your information over the phone so you walk straight into your appointment.

Patient portal

For records requests, imaging results, and follow-up questions between visits, call the office at (386) 217-6556 — our staff answers directly and can usually resolve it on the spot.

Quick answers

  • Referral needed? Usually not — some HMO plans require one. We'll verify for you.
  • Running late / need to cancel? Just call — we appreciate a day's notice when possible.
  • Bring the kids? Yes — we treat children and teens too.
  • Wheelchair accessible? Yes — parking, entrance, and exam rooms.
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Insurance & costs

We accept Medicare and most major plans, verify your benefits before treatment, and provide Good Faith Estimates for self-pay care.

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