Intake Review
Erin reviews your medication list, recent labs, BP log, and self-monitoring data before the visit.
Chronic Disease Management in Auburndale, FL
Personalized ongoing care for lasting health
Visit Length:30-60 minutes
Visit Frequency:Monthly to quarterly
Lab Reviews:Every 3-6 months
Care Plan:Reviewed each visit
What it is
Why Integrated Chronic Disease Management Matters
Care that looks at the whole picture
Living with one or more chronic conditions can feel like a full-time job. Many patients arrive at our office juggling multiple specialists, conflicting medication lists, lab results no one has explained, and 15-minute appointments that barely scratch the surface. Diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, thyroid disease, and obesity-related conditions are deeply connected, yet rushed visits often miss those connections, leaving symptoms uncontrolled and patients exhausted by the runaround.
A relationship-based approach to chronic disease management changes that. Erin Garza and Jason Floyd take time to understand your full medical history, current medications, lab trends, and daily life. We treat the body as one connected system, coordinating with your specialists and integrating medical weight loss, hormone replacement therapy, and lifestyle support when appropriate so your conditions are actually controlled, not just monitored.
Treatment Timeline
Treatment Time
30-60 minute visits monthly to quarterly
First Signs
Improved labs and BP within 4-12 weeks
Full Effect
Stable disease control within 6-12 months
Recovery
No downtime, labs reviewed every 3-6 months
What Is Chronic Disease Management?
Coordinated, evidence-based, ongoing care
Chronic disease management is a structured, ongoing model of care that helps patients with long-term conditions like type 2 diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, hypothyroidism, and obesity-related disease achieve better outcomes through regular monitoring, medication optimization, and coordinated lifestyle support. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, chronic conditions account for 90 percent of US healthcare spending, and structured chronic care management is one of the most effective ways to control these conditions and reduce hospitalizations.
At Evolving Mind and Body, your chronic disease care follows national standards from the American Diabetes Association Standards of Care and ACC/AHA hypertension guidelines. Erin Garza or Jason Floyd reviews your medication list, labs (A1C, lipid panel, kidney function, thyroid panel), blood pressure trends, and self-monitoring data at every visit, then adjusts your plan based on the most current evidence. Where appropriate, we coordinate with your cardiologist, endocrinologist, or psychiatrist so your team works together, not in silos.
For patients who qualify, we use Chronic Care Management (CCM) service codes between visits to keep care moving, including medication reconciliation, refill coordination, lab follow-up calls, and prior authorizations. This continuous-care model is associated with better disease control and fewer ER visits compared with traditional 15-minute follow-ups.
Benefits of Integrated Chronic Care
Why patients choose us
- 01
Better Disease Control
Lower A1C, blood pressure, and cholesterol through consistent follow-up.
- 02
Time-Rich Visits
30-60 minute appointments so nothing about your health gets missed.
- 03
Medication Reconciliation
Reviewed at every visit to prevent interactions and duplications.
- 04
Coordinated Specialist Care
We talk with your cardiologist, endocrinologist, and psychiatrist.
- 05
Lifestyle Integration
Weight, hormone, and mental health support under one roof.
- 06
Between-Visit Support
CCM service codes cover refills, labs, and prior authorizations.
Integrated Care vs Insurance-Driven vs Specialist-Only
Compare your options
| Treatment | Mechanism | Time | Results | Duration | Downtime | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Integrated Care Model | Long visits, coordinated specialists, lifestyle and meds combined | 30-60 min monthly to quarterly | Improved labs and BP in 4-12 weeks | Ongoing partnership | None | Multiple chronic conditions, complex medication lists |
| Insurance-Driven Visits | Brief medication checks, limited care planning | 10-15 min every 3-6 months | Slow or partial control | Indefinite | None | Stable single conditions with simple medications |
| Specialist-Only Care | Focused on one organ system, less primary coordination | 15-30 min per specialist | Strong organ-specific results | Ongoing per condition | None | Severe single-condition disease requiring expert focus |
Who Is a Good Candidate for Chronic Disease Management?
See if this is right for you
Chronic disease management is appropriate for any adult living with one or more long-term conditions that benefit from regular monitoring and medication adjustment. The CDC notes that 6 in 10 US adults live with a chronic disease and 4 in 10 have two or more, making coordinated ongoing care essential.
Ideal Candidates
- Adults with type 2 diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, hypothyroidism, or obesity-related conditions
- Patients on three or more daily medications who need reconciliation and review
- Individuals juggling multiple specialists who need a primary care quarterback
- Patients whose A1C, blood pressure, or cholesterol is not at goal
- Adults seeking integrated medical weight loss or hormone support alongside disease management
- Patients with co-existing anxiety or depression needing mental and medical co-management
Who Should Wait or Avoid This Service
- Patients in active medical emergency, including chest pain, stroke symptoms, or DKA, should call 911 or go to the nearest ER first
- Individuals seeking only acute, single-visit care without follow-up may be better served by an urgent care clinic
- Patients who require inpatient hospital-level chronic disease management
If you are unsure whether our chronic disease management program is right for you, contact our team to discuss your conditions and the most appropriate path forward.
What Happens at Your Visit
Clinical Visit
Erin or Jason conducts a 30-60 minute focused exam covering symptoms, vitals, and goal setting.
Care Plan Update
Erin adjusts medications and orders updated labs based on current ADA and ACC/AHA guidelines.
Coordination
Jason coordinates with your specialists, sending referrals and shared care notes the same day.
Between-Visit Support
Erin uses CCM service codes for refills, lab calls, and prior authorizations as needed.
Safety, Risks and Side Effects
What to know
The chronic disease management visit itself carries no medical risk. The medications we manage, however, can have side effects that vary by class. Antihypertensives may cause dizziness, fatigue, or electrolyte changes that improve as your body adjusts. Statins occasionally cause muscle aches or mild liver enzyme changes that we monitor with periodic labs. Diabetes medications, including GLP-1s like semaglutide, can cause nausea, decreased appetite, and rare gastrointestinal effects. Thyroid hormone replacement requires careful TSH monitoring to avoid over- or under-treatment. According to the CDC chronic disease data, the benefits of consistent, monitored chronic disease care substantially outweigh the risks for most patients.
At every visit, Erin or Jason discusses potential side effects, drug interactions, and warning signs in plain language. We start medications at the lowest effective dose, titrate carefully, and ask you to call our office if anything feels off. Patients with kidney disease, pregnancy, or specific cardiac conditions may need additional lab work or specialist coordination before adjustments. Our priority is your safety, your comfort, and a treatment plan you fully understand and can sustain long-term.
Cost in Auburndale, FL
Transparent pricing
Chronic disease care should be transparent and accessible. At Evolving Mind and Body, our self-pay rates reflect typical Florida primary care nurse practitioner pricing.
- Comprehensive Chronic Disease Visit (30-60 minutes): $150 to $300
- Brief Follow-Up or Med Adjustment (15-20 minutes): $100 to $150
- Chronic Care Management (CCM) between-visit coordination: covered by Medicare and many insurers when applicable
- Telehealth Visits: same pricing as in-person visits
Insurance often covers chronic disease management visits as Evaluation and Management (E/M) services. Many Medicare plans and commercial insurers also reimburse Chronic Care Management service codes for qualifying patients. We accept HSA and FSA payments and provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement.
Investing in coordinated, well-managed chronic disease care can dramatically reduce total medication costs, ER visits, and hospital admissions over time. Schedule a consultation to review your conditions and build a sustainable plan.
Why Choose Evolving Mind and Body for Chronic Disease Management in Auburndale, FL
Experienced Providers
Combined 30+ years across emergency, cardiac, and primary care.
Root-Cause Approach
We address hormones, lifestyle, and mental health, not just numbers.
Integrated Services
GLP-1, HRT, IV therapy, and psychiatry under one roof.
Time and Access
Longer visits, direct provider messaging, and same-week follow-ups.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common patient questions
01 What chronic conditions do you manage?
We manage type 2 diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, hypothyroidism, obesity-related conditions, anxiety and depression with medical comorbidity, and sleep apnea coordination. We also coordinate care for patients with multiple specialists.
02 How often are visits?
Visit frequency depends on disease stability. Most patients are seen monthly when starting or adjusting therapy, then every 1 to 3 months once stable. Labs are typically reviewed every 3 to 6 months.
03 Do you offer telehealth?
Yes. Many chronic disease management visits can be handled by secure telehealth, which is convenient for medication adjustments, lab reviews, and quick check-ins. In-person visits are scheduled for physical exams and acute concerns.
04 How does this connect with psychiatry?
Chronic medical conditions often co-exist with anxiety, depression, or insomnia. We coordinate directly with our in-house psychiatry team led by Jason Floyd so your medical and mental health care are aligned, with no duplicated medications or missed connections.
05 Do you accept insurance?
Insurance coverage varies. Many chronic disease visits are covered as Evaluation and Management services, and Medicare often covers Chronic Care Management service codes between visits. Contact our team at (863) 797-6544 to verify benefits before your visit.
06 Can I bring my labs from another provider?
Absolutely. We encourage patients to bring all recent labs, imaging, and specialist notes to the first visit. Erin and Jason review prior records carefully to avoid unnecessary repeat testing and to spot patterns that may have been missed.
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References
- PubMed PMID: 31581200 - Analysis of chronic care management programs showing improved disease control, fewer hospitalizations, and reduced total cost of care for patients with multiple chronic conditions.
- PubMed PMID: 30649147 - Review of integrated primary care models demonstrating that longer visits, medication reconciliation, and coordinated specialist communication improve outcomes in diabetes and hypertension management.