Continuum Health

Yes. Continuum Health handles new medical concerns, ongoing conditions, and preventive planning within a single physician relationship. Dr. Schaaf manages your day-to-day health needs alongside your longer-term goals. You do not need a referral to join.

No. Continuum Health operates as a private-pay membership practice and does not accept insurance payments. Membership fees and any additional costs are discussed directly with prospective patients. Contact the practice to learn about current pricing.

The initial assessment takes approximately two to three hours. Dr. Schaaf gathers a detailed medical history, conducts a physical examination, orders advanced bloodwork, and measures fitness and body composition. Testing is tailored to each patient's history, current health, and goals. Patients return to review findings and agree on a care plan with Dr. Schaaf.

Continuum Health offers advanced bloodwork, genomic testing, microbiome testing, whole-body MRI, VO2 max testing, DEXA scans, and resting metabolic rate assessments. Dr. Schaaf uses these tools to build a detailed, individualized picture of each member's health.

Yes. Ongoing support between visits is part of membership at Continuum Health. Members can reach Dr. Schaaf with new concerns or questions about their care plan. Follow-up takes place in the office or by telehealth, depending on the situation.

Yes. Dr. Schaaf provides follow-up and between-visit support through telehealth when appropriate. In-person visits take place at the Charlottesville office. The practice does not routinely make house calls or hospital visits, though Dr. Schaaf can review hospital records and coordinate with a care team if a member is hospitalized.

Continuum Health uses a patient scorecard that displays results, changes over time, and next steps in one view. Dr. Schaaf reviews updated measurements alongside how you feel and function at each follow-up. He adjusts the care plan based on what the data and your experience show.

Yes. Continuum Health works with patients who feel well and want to understand their health risks, improve fitness, or plan for aging well. Prevention is most effective when it starts from a strong baseline. Dr. Schaaf also manages current medical conditions and concerns for members who have them.

Start by contacting the practice directly to discuss your goals and learn about membership options. The team will explain the approach, available services, and costs. If you decide to join, they will guide you through enrollment and preparation for your first assessment.

Yes. Dr. Schaaf holds board certification in Addiction Medicine and has clinical experience providing medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction. Members dealing with opioid use disorder can receive this care as part of their relationship with Continuum Health.