Renaissance Family Medicine of Wellesley

Members pay an annual fee that covers services beyond standard insurance reimbursement, including 24/7 physician access and longer, unhurried visits. Renaissance Family Medicine of Wellesley accepts all major credit cards and allows automatic deductions from checking or savings accounts. Members can pay annually, quarterly, semi-annually, or monthly.

Yes. Members must maintain their own health insurance. Insurance covers office visit costs, hospital admissions, diagnostic testing, and surgery. The membership fee covers the added services and access that insurance does not reimburse.

Appointments typically run about 50 minutes. Dr. Burns structures visits entirely around patient need, so appointments often range from 40 minutes to a full hour. That time allows for thorough discussion of concerns, treatment options, and lifestyle planning.

Yes. Membership includes 24/7 access to Dr. Burns via cell phone, text, and email, including nights and weekends. Members can get real-time answers to urgent medical questions without waiting for office hours.

Yes. Renaissance Family Medicine of Wellesley offers same-day appointments for both urgent and routine visits. Members can also schedule through the secure athenahealth patient portal.

Yes. Dr. Burns provides care remotely through email, text, and video conferencing. This allows patients to receive medical guidance and coordination whether they are across town or overseas.

Yes, under specific circumstances. When a patient cannot make it to the office, Dr. Burns may come to their home. Patients should contact the practice to discuss whether their situation qualifies.

The practice maintains referral relationships with many of Boston's leading institutions. These include Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston Children's Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and several others. Dr. Burns coordinates and oversees specialist care to ensure timely follow-through.

The practice offers specialized testing covering nutrition, genetics, hormones, stress, and food sensitivity. Dr. Burns tailors each testing plan to the individual patient's medical history and health goals. The practice also provides annual nutritional evaluations through certified independent practitioners.

Renaissance Family Medicine of Wellesley accepts all major insurance plans. Staff verify eligibility during the initial intake process. Insurance covers standard clinical services; the membership fee is separate and covers the enhanced access and services described in the membership benefits.