Telehealth

Telehealth makes it easy to meet with your healthcare provider from anywhere with an internet connection. At Twin Ports Telemedicine based in Duluth, Minnesota, board-certified advanced family nurse practitioner Nikki Shockley, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, provides telehealth care to adults, including chronic disease management, acute care, and medically supervised weight loss. Telehealth is cash only; each visit costs a flat $49.99. Call Twin Ports Telemedicine today to schedule a telehealth appointment, or book your visit online.

What is telehealth?

Telehealth, also called telemedicine, lets you securely exchange health information with a qualified medical provider over the Internet. It uses modern technologies like smartphones and web cameras to bring Nikki into your home.

Telehealth saves you time, money, and energy. There’s no risk of getting stuck in traffic or sitting restlessly in a waiting room. Simply log in to the secure online telehealth portal and meet Nikki face-to-face.

Which services does telehealth provide?

At Twin Ports Telemedicine, Nikki provides various medical services by telehealth, including:

Acute care (urgent care)

Acute care provides same-day treatment of minor illnesses and injuries like viruses and whiplash. Contact Nikki immediately if you develop a fever or injure yourself while working out. She can make personalized treatment recommendations to help you feel better.

Chronic disease management

Chronic disease management uses health counseling, routine screenings, and specialty care to manage long-term illnesses like heart disease and diabetes. These ailments can’t be cured, but chronic disease management can improve your quality of life and reduce your risk of severe complications.

Medically supervised weight loss

Losing weight and keeping it off isn’t easy. Medically supervised weight loss uses health counseling, nutrition guidance, and prescription medication to help you shed pounds quickly and safely.

Medical recommendations (referrals)

Nikki diagnoses and treats most acute and chronic health problems and isn’t afraid to ask for help when it’s needed. If you require more personalized care, Nikki will refer you to a specialist and help coordinate your treatment.

How do I prepare for a telehealth appointment?

Before your telehealth appointment at Twin Ports Telemedicine, Nikki will send you a link to access the secure online patient portal. Login to your account and test your web camera and microphone beforehand.

On the day of your appointment, sit in an area of your home with plenty of light. Turn off background noises like the TV and radio and sit in a quiet room. You should also test your internet to reduce the risk of a dropped connection.

Is telehealth covered by health insurance?

At Twin Ports Telemedicine, Nikki only accepts cash payments for telehealth services. A telehealth visit costs a flat $49.99. If you have questions about telehealth or the practice’s payment policy, please call before making an appointment.

Call Twin Ports Telemedicine today to schedule a telehealth appointment, or book your visit online.