
Active Integrative Medicine
Quick Facts
| Practice Type | Direct Primary Care |
| Location | Hood River, Columbia Gorge |
| Doctors | Alex Pinchot MD, Primary Care |
| Telehealth Type | Phone and video chat |
| Housecalls | Yes |
| Telehealth Available | Yes |
About
At Active Integrative Medicine in Hood River, Oregon, Dr. Alex Pinchot, ND delivers naturopathic primary care through a membership-based direct primary care model. He serves patients of all ages, from pediatric to geriatric, with a clinical philosophy built on treating people rather than conditions. His approach combines conventional medicine with naturopathic and integrative therapies under one roof.
The practice covers an unusually broad scope for a solo clinic. Dr. Pinchot offers physical medicine, injection therapies, acupuncture, counseling, bodywork, and nutritional support alongside standard primary care. Members receive same-week appointments, extended visits, discounted lab testing, on-site blood draws, and a 20% discount on medicinary items. The practice also runs an employer wellness program, helping Columbia Gorge businesses offer DPC memberships to their teams.
Details
Address
1312 May Street, Hood River, OR 97031
Phone
(541) 716-1040Website
Visit websiteMembership Details
Membership fees paid monthly, quarterly, or annually. 10% discount on pre-paid annual memberships. Re-enrollment fee of $200 after 30-day grace period. Hourly services: $175 initial visit, $150 follow-up visits. Bodywork: $150/hour. Counseling starts at $150/hour with sliding scale.
Typical Appointment
90 minutes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Members pay a recurring fee, which they choose to pay monthly, quarterly, or annually. Annual memberships include a 10% discount when paid in advance. The membership covers unrestricted clinic visits, emails, texts, and phone calls, as well as preventive exams, acute and chronic care, same-week appointments, manual therapies, minor office procedures at cost of materials, and on-site blood draws. Members also receive discounted lab testing, discounted home visits, and 20% off medicinary items.
Active Integrative Medicine structures its membership fees by age tier. Hourly services run $175 for an initial visit and $150 for follow-up visits. Bodywork is $150 per hour, and counseling starts at $150 per hour with a sliding scale available. Contacting the practice directly gives you the most current membership pricing for your age group.
No, Active Integrative Medicine does not bill insurance for membership fees or clinic visits. The practice operates as a direct primary care clinic, which means members pay the practice directly with no copays or hidden fees. Many members pair their membership with a high-deductible insurance plan for coverage of hospitalizations or specialist referrals.
First visits run 60 to 90 minutes depending on the complexity of your health history. Follow-up visits typically run 30 to 60 minutes. This extended visit structure gives Dr. Pinchot meaningful time to understand your health story and build a thorough treatment plan.
Yes, membership includes unrestricted access via email, text, and phone calls. Active Integrative Medicine keeps its panel small so Dr. Pinchot has the time to respond directly to patient questions between scheduled visits.
Yes, Active Integrative Medicine offers both telemedicine visits and house calls. The practice provides discounted home visit rates for members. Telemedicine gives members flexible access for follow-up care and straightforward concerns without requiring an in-person trip.
Start by scheduling a free 15-minute meet-and-greet consultation. This introductory visit helps you and Dr. Pinchot confirm the practice is a good fit before you commit. After that, you schedule your initial appointment, sign the membership agreement, and complete the online intake form. You can schedule online through the practice website or call (541) 716-1040.
Yes, the practice serves patients of all ages, including infants and children. Dr. Pinchot carries advanced training in pediatric medicine and provides well-child visits, pediatric acute care, and management of conditions like ear infections, fevers, allergies, and asthma.
Yes, Active Integrative Medicine works with employers in the Columbia Gorge to offer DPC memberships as an employee benefit. A direct primary care model gives employees better access to primary care at a predictable cost. Employers interested in learning more can contact the practice directly to discuss options.
Active Integrative Medicine charges a $200 re-enrollment fee for members who cancel and wish to return after the 30-day grace period. The practice encourages members to reach out before canceling to discuss any concerns or changes to their membership arrangement.
Practice last updated April 11, 2026

