Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our healthcare services
General Questions
Common questions about our practice and services
Our clinic operates with the following hours:
- Sunday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Monday - Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
We also provide emergency phone consultations 24/7 for urgent health concerns.
You can book an appointment through multiple convenient methods:
- Phone: Call us at +91-98765-43210
- WhatsApp: Send a message to +91-98765-43210
- Online: Fill out our contact form on the website
- Walk-in: Visit our clinic during operating hours
We recommend booking in advance to ensure your preferred time slot.
For your first visit, please bring:
- Valid government-issued photo ID
- Insurance cards and policy documents
- Previous medical records and test results
- Current medication list with dosages
- Vaccination records (for pediatric patients)
- List of questions or concerns you want to discuss
Diabetes Management
Questions about diabetes care and blood sugar control
Blood sugar monitoring frequency depends on your diabetes type and treatment:
- Type 1 Diabetes: 4-6 times daily (before meals and bedtime)
- Type 2 Diabetes (insulin): 2-4 times daily
- Type 2 Diabetes (oral medications): 1-2 times daily or as advised
- Well-controlled diabetes: May need less frequent monitoring
We'll create a personalized monitoring schedule based on your specific needs.
General target blood sugar levels for most adults with diabetes:
- Before meals: 80-130 mg/dL (4.4-7.2 mmol/L)
- 2 hours after meals: Less than 180 mg/dL (10.0 mmol/L)
- HbA1c: Less than 7% for most adults
- Bedtime: 100-140 mg/dL (5.6-7.8 mmol/L)
Individual targets may vary based on age, health conditions, and risk factors. We'll establish personalized targets for you.
Pediatric Care
Questions about child healthcare and development
We recommend the following checkup schedule:
- Newborns: Within 3-5 days after birth
- First month: 2-week and 1-month visits
- Regular checkups: 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 months
- Annual checkups: Every year from age 2 onwards
These visits include growth monitoring, developmental assessments, and immunizations.
We follow the national immunization schedule which includes:
- Birth: BCG, Hepatitis B
- 6 weeks: DPT, IPV, Hepatitis B, Hib, Rotavirus, PCV
- 10 weeks: DPT, IPV, Hib, Rotavirus, PCV
- 14 weeks: DPT, IPV, Hib, Rotavirus, PCV
- 9 months: MMR, Japanese Encephalitis
- 12 months: Hepatitis A
- 15 months: MMR, Varicella, PCV booster
- 18 months: DPT, IPV, Hepatitis A
- 5 years: DPT, IPV boosters
Insurance & Payment
Questions about insurance coverage and payment options
We accept most major insurance plans including:
- Government schemes: Ayushman Bharat, CGHS, ESIC
- Private insurance: Star Health, HDFC Ergo, ICICI Lombard, Max Bupa
- Corporate plans: Most corporate health insurance policies
- International insurance: Many international health plans
Please verify your coverage with our staff before your appointment to understand your benefits.
Our consultation fees are transparent and competitive:
- General consultation: ₹500-800
- Pediatric consultation: ₹600-900
- Diabetes consultation: ₹700-1000
- Follow-up visits: ₹400-600
- Emergency consultation: ₹800-1200
Fees may vary based on the complexity of the case. We offer payment plans for extensive treatments.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Questions about emergency services and urgent medical needs
For life-threatening emergencies:
- Call 108 (Ambulance) immediately
- Go to the nearest emergency room for serious conditions
- Call our emergency line for guidance: +91-98765-43210
Serious emergencies include: chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, loss of consciousness, severe allergic reactions, or signs of stroke.
Call us first for:
- Medication questions or side effects
- Mild fever or cold symptoms
- Follow-up on recent treatment
- Prescription refills
- Test result questions
- Travel health advice
Phone consultations can often address your concerns and save you a trip to the clinic.
Still Have Questions?
Don't hesitate to contact us for any additional questions or concerns about your health