Question 1

Do you have primary care providers (PCP) I can see?

Accepted Answer

We currently have three PCPs in the clinic: Dr. Meigs, Dr. Kale, and Morgan Sloan, FNP.

Dr. Worden does not serve as a primary care provider (PCP) for any patients. If you are wanting to have functional medicine care with Dr. Worden, you will need to maintain an active relationship with a PCP for non-functional medicine needs, such as routine screenings (such as pap smears, colonoscopies, and prostate exams), as well as for urgent medical needs, acute care, or hospitalization.

We are happy to collaborate with your PCP and any specialists involved in your care to ensure coordinated support.

Please note: Dr. Meigs and Dr. Kale are not accepting new patients with Medicare, Medicare Advantage, or Medicaid plans at this time.

Question 2

How can I become a new patient?

Accepted Answer

If you would like to become a new patient, you will need to complete new patient forms and return them before you can schedule your first appointment.  Our new patient coordinator will help guide you through the new patient process.

Please call or text to (503) 831-9231 and let us know your name, phone & email, and which provider you are interested in seeing.  Note: we do not have a receptionist answering the phone but your call or text will be transcribed and our team will transfer to the appropriate provider new patient coordinator. ​

For patients interested in seeing Dr. Worden for functional medicine, please see the information regarding the membership program as she is currently only accepting new patients through the BFM Membership program.

For patients interested in seeing Pam Rathbone, CWHNP or Morgan Sloan, FNP, please contact Aura Integrative Health directly.

Question 3

What is a micropractice?

Accepted Answer

A micropractice is a small, independent medical practice that operates with minimal staff and overhead. By using efficient technology and streamlining administrative processes, micropractices reduce operating costs—which allows our physicians to spend more time with each patient and build meaningful, long-term relationships.

At Bloom Functional Medicine, this model gives us the freedom to prioritize your care—not insurance quotas or corporate metrics. It also helps us remain financially sustainable which reduces the risk of needing to sell or close our doors.

Private practice is increasingly difficult to maintain due to rising administrative costs, declining insurance reimbursement, and the burden of regulatory compliance. Maintaining a "Micropractice" model allows us to remain independent, protect the integrity of our care model, and stay focused on what matters most: your health and healing.

If you're looking for a more personal, relationship-centered medical experience—you're in the right place.

Question 4

Insurance and Fees

Accepted Answer

Most office visits with our providers—including functional medicine visits, osteopathic manipulation (OMT), frequency-specific microcurrent (FSM), group visits, and telemedicine—are typically covered by in-network insurance as standard medical care.  However, some services may not be covered by your individual insurance plan.

We will ask for payment at the time of service for non-covered services and for those with out of network insurance.

We encourage you to verify your benefits directly with your insurance provider to understand what is included in your plan.  Ultimately, it is your responsibility to confirm coverage and any potential out-of-pocket costs prior to your visit.

Question 5

Can I do televisits with my physician?

Accepted Answer

Televisits are available to all patients but patient must be located, at the tiem of the visit, in Oregon (Dr. Kale) or Oregon/Washington (Dr. Worden & Meigs only) due to state licensure restrictions.

New patient appointments are done in person only.

Note: You will want to check with your insurance for coverage of televisits. 
	(Medicare may be stopping all payments for televisits fall 2025)

Question 6

Group Visits

Accepted Answer

Group visits are "shared medical appointments" typically 6-8 individuals to dive deeper into conditions and treatment options to help you meet your health and wellness goals.  They are either cash pay (class) or visit billed to insurance with copay/deductible/co-insurance

Question 7

Can you recommend another functional medicine provider to help if I cannot get in to see Dr. Worden?

Accepted Answer

If you are not able to see Dr. Worden, then she recommends trying these websites to find a provider:

To find a functional medicine provider, please go to IFM.org (https://www.ifm.org/)

To find a "Mold Literate" provider to help with mold/environmental illness, please go to Dr. Neil Nathan's website,(https://neilnathanmd.com/books/) Dr. Jill Crista's website (https://drcrista.com/doctor-finder/)or ISEAI.org

To find a provider who works with patients with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS) see The Ehlers-Danlos Society Find a provider website.   (https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/healthcare-professionals-directory/)

Question 8

I have a medicaid insurance plan, can I see Dr. Worden?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately Dr. Worden is likely not in network with any Oregon Medicaid plans at this time and we do not have a bundled cash pay membership available at this time where we can be reimbursed for care.  Please watch for updates in the future as we are hoping to be able to find a way for medicaid patients to see Dr. Worden.

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