Patients Start Here for Pain Relief
We are accepting New Patients
To become a New Patient, we will first need a Physicians Referral and your Medical Records.
- Please fax these to (256) 885-1905
After your records are reviewed, we will determine if you are a good candidate for our Pain Management Program. If accepted, you will receive a call from our Scheduling Department for an appointment.
We accept the following Insurance:
- Blue Cross & Blue Shield
- Medicare
- Tricare
- United Health Care
- Workman Compensation
Your first appointment
Please come prepared
New Patients, please download, print, and fill out the Patient Forms Packet below. If you are unable to do this, please come to your appointment 1 hour early to complete this information.
Your Appointment
Please arrive at least ten (10) minutes before your scheduled appointment time so you can Check-In at the front office and provide your Patient Forms Packet. We schedule patients in the most efficient manner to respect your time so unless there is an unforeseen emergency, you will never have to wait an unreasonable amount of time.
* Note that "NO SHOWS" will be charged. Please call to Cancel or Reschedule 24-hours before your appointment.
Lab Work
Next, you will have all the necessary Labs Drawn prior to entering the Exam Room.
Exam Room & Vitals
Your Medical Assistant will show you to the Exam Room, ask additional questions, and take your Vital Signs.
Physical Exam
Dr. Thacker will do a thorough Physical Exam and discuss any additional testing needed.
2 Week ROF Appointment
You will return in two (2) weeks for a New Patients Review of Findings (ROF) Appointment. Dr. Thacker will review all Labs and Imaging (or other tests), discuss Treatment Protocols for pain relief, and establish a Plan of Care that is specific for you.