Portland West Family Practice LLC

The annual membership fee at Portland West Family Practice is $2,000. Members can pay quarterly at $500, semi-annually at $1,000, or annually at $2,000. This fee covers the MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes comprehensive screenings and a personalized wellness plan.

Portland West Family Practice accepts insurance for medical services such as sick visits. The annual membership fee covers preventive services that insurance typically does not, including advanced screenings and diagnostic testing. Dr. Blake Smith bills insurance and collects applicable copays, co-insurance, and deductibles for covered services.

The practice offers same-day and next-day appointments for members. You can contact the office directly to request an urgent visit. Dr. Blake Smith also stays reachable by phone after hours and on weekends for urgent matters.

Yes. Dr. Blake Smith stays available by phone after office hours and on weekends. Members can call her directly for urgent concerns. This access extends to situations that arise while traveling outside Maine.

Yes. Portland West Family Practice offers telemedicine visits. Members can connect with Dr. Blake Smith remotely when an in-office visit is not possible or practical, including during travel.

The MDVIP Wellness Program delivers comprehensive screenings, diagnostic tests, and a custom wellness plan tailored to each member. The annual membership fee covers this program. Dr. Blake Smith uses the results to guide preventive care and chronic condition management.

Dr. Blake Smith helps members arrange care with local hospitals, pharmacies, or physicians when they travel. One member called Dr. Blake Smith on a Saturday morning from Florida, and Dr. Blake Smith conducted a FaceTime visit and sent prescriptions to a nearby pharmacy. She also has access to MDVIP's Medical Centers of Excellence for complex specialist needs.

Portland West Family Practice has particular strength in managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Dr. Blake Smith also treats patients managing addiction and a range of other chronic conditions. Her multi-specialty training allows her to address complex and overlapping health concerns.

Yes. Dr. Blake Smith supports weight management through nutrition and dietary counseling, natural supplements, and other therapies she selects based on individual clinical needs. She integrates these approaches into each member's broader wellness plan.

The practice has limited availability and may maintain a waiting list. Prospective patients can submit an inquiry through the MDVIP website or contact the Westbrook office directly to learn about current availability and next steps.