Tasha Shamlin-Pace, MD

The annual membership fee at this MDVIP-affiliated practice is $2,600. Patients can pay quarterly at $650, semi-annually at $1,300, or in a single annual payment. This fee covers the MDVIP Wellness Program, including comprehensive screenings and a personalized wellness plan.

Yes, the practice accepts insurance for medical services such as sick visits. The annual membership fee covers preventive care services that insurance typically does not cover, such as advanced screenings and diagnostic testing. Dr. Shamlin-Pace continues to bill insurance and collect standard copays, co-insurance, and deductibles for covered services.

Yes, the practice offers same-day and next-day appointments. The smaller panel size that comes with the MDVIP model allows Dr. Shamlin-Pace to keep her schedule accessible for patients who need prompt attention.

The MDVIP Wellness Program includes comprehensive health screenings, diagnostic tests, and a custom wellness plan tailored to each patient. Dr. Shamlin-Pace uses this program to focus on prevention and early detection. The annual membership fee covers these services.

Members can reach Dr. Shamlin-Pace by phone after office hours and on weekends. This direct access extends to urgent concerns that arise outside of regular business hours. The practice does not route after-hours calls to an answering service that cannot address clinical questions.

Every appointment involves Dr. Shamlin-Pace directly. The practice does not have patients see nurse practitioners or physician assistants in her place. Patients always see their doctor.

Yes, Dr. Shamlin-Pace can help coordinate care with local hospitals, pharmacies, or physicians for members who need urgent attention while traveling. This travel support is part of the MDVIP membership benefits.

Yes, through the MDVIP network, Dr. Shamlin-Pace can connect patients to Medical Centers of Excellence for specialized care that extends beyond what is available locally. This referral capability gives members access to some of the country's leading medical institutions.

Prospective patients can contact the practice directly to schedule a meeting with Dr. Shamlin-Pace or to request more information. The office is located at 7444 Picardy Avenue, Suite A, in Baton Rouge. The practice is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Friday from 8:00 AM to noon.