Weight Management OPTIFAST Program Information Session...*ARC Weight Management OPTIFAST® patients who actively participate in a 26-week program typically lose approximately 50 pounds

Austin Regional ClinicWeight Management OPTIFAST® Program

Information Session

Your Support Team

Hillary Miller, MD | Medical DirectorDr. Miller oversees the weight management program which she helped start in 1988. She is board certified in Family Medicine and graduated from Harvard Medical School. She joined ARC in 1986.

Lindsey Jennings | Program DirectorLindsey leads the support team that helps you create long- term lifestyle changes to manage your weight. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from the University of North Texas.

Deanna Engbar, M. Div.,LPC, OTRDeanna is a licensed counselor whose role is to lead the groups and help patients identify the reasons behind food usage. She has been with the Weight Management program for over 12 years.

Nancee Lottmann, LPCNancee also leads groups in gaining problem solving skills surrounding long term weight management.

Program Options

OPTIFAST®

Full liquid programOptihealth

Partial liquid program

OPTIFAST® Full Liquid Program

• Approximate weight loss: 50–60 lbs* in 6 months

• Medically-supervised program

• Weekly weigh-ins, vitals check, visit with behaviorist

• Monthly doctor visit and lab draw (Tues. and Wed.)

• Thoroughly-studied, medically-created liquid formula plan

• Full liquid program: 800 calories per day = 5 OPTIFAST® shakes (available in powder and ready to drink form; chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla).

• OPTIFAST® soups and bars also available.

• Attend weekly group sessions

• Facilitated by a licensed counselor

• Explore the psychological aspects of relationships with food

• Discover ways to create a healthier lifestyle

• Monthly maintenance and exercise information

*ARC Weight Management OPTIFAST® patients who actively participate in a 26-week program typically lose approximately 50 pounds with weight-loss-related improvements in blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels.

• Approximate weight loss: 30–40 lbs in 6 months

• Not medically supervised

• Weekly weigh-ins and one-on-one coaching with behaviorist

• Partial liquid program: 1200–1500 calories per day (depending on plan).

• Program consisting of OPTIFAST® shakes(powder and ready to drink), bars, and one balanced portion controlled meal.

• Weekly group session attendance is optional

• Facilitated by a licensed counselor

• Explore the psychological aspects of relationships with food

• Assist with discovering ways to create a healthier lifestyle

• Monthly maintenance and exercise information

Optihealth Parital Liquid Program

Weekly Group Times

Check in starts 1 hour before each session.

Tuesdays 12:15pm – 1:15pm

Wednesdays 11:15am – 12:15pm

Wednesdays 5:30pm – 6:30pm

Learn More

Lose Weight and Maintain Weight with the ARC Weight Management OPTIFAST® Program.

Email [email protected]

Visit AustinRegionalClinic.com/services/weight-management ONLINE


OPTIFAST® Fee Schedule

Insurance

Insurance CoverageInsurance coverage varies depending on your policy. Some plans may cover the cost of the doctor visits and lab work, minus your co-pay. However, ARC cannot bill insurance for OPTIFAST® products or group sessions.

Prior AuthorizationYou must have prior authorization before we can submit the charges to your insurance company. If we bill insurance and they do not cover your visit, you will be responsible for the charges.

Check Your CoverageTo check your coverage, call the customer service number on the back of your card. Ask if you are covered under the diagnosis of Obesity, code E66.9.

This package for new program participants includes an orientation by the program director, an initial assessment and evaluation by the physician, and all of your nurse visits and group sessions for your first calendar month in the program.

Also Required• Monthly lab fee: $47.00 (CMP)• $75.00 (TSH) —1st month only• Initial EKG fee: $33.00• 2nd EKG after 50 lb. loss: $33.00

* There may be additional fees for high risk patients that may require a weekly office visit and/or additional lab the first month in the program.

New Patient Packet – $308.50*

This package for established program participants includes a monthly follow-up visit with Dr. Miller, all your nurse visits, and all of your group sessions for the month. This package is to be paid at the beginning of each calendar month.

Also Required• Monthly lab fee: $47.00 (CMP)• 2nd EKG after 50 lb. loss: $33.00

* There may be additional fees for high risk patients that may require a weekly office visit and/or additional lab the first month in the program.

Monthly Package – $199.25*

OPTIFAST® Powder $19.00/box (7 packets)OPTIFAST® Ready To Drink (RTD) $3.50/single RTDOPTIFAST® Soup $3.50/soupOPTIFAST® Nutritional Bars $3.50/barThere are no refunds or exchanges for product purchases.

Shake SubsitutionsOne shake = one soup packet, limit 2 soups/day.One shake = two bars, limit 2 bars/day.

35 Units of Product Required Each Week It is recommended that you purchase more than 35 units each week to en-sure you have what you need for a week and extra formula if you need it.

Examples of Average Weekly OPTIFAST® PurchasesOPTIFAST® Powder $95 (35 packets)OPTIFAST® RTD $122.50 (35 single ready to drink boxes)

OPTIFAST® Formula Prices

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OptihealthFee Schedule

First Month Installment$228.50

Each Month Afterwards$81.00

*Does not include cost of OPTIFAST® shakes

Optihealth Fee Schedule

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Start Today

Start Today

Check Your Insurance CoverageCall your insurance company to see if your plan covers the diagnosis “Obesity” (Diagnosis code: E66.9) and that Dr. Hillary Miller is in your network of providers.

Register as an ARC PatientIf you have never seen an ARC doctor, please call the registration department at 512-407-6446 before your appointment date.

You must register in our system prior to your appointment before being seen by the doctor. Your appointment may be rescheduled if you have not registered.

Submit Your InformationEmail the Program Director at [email protected].

Include in your email:

• Completed patient registration form

• The program you want to do (OPTIFAST® or Optihealth)

• Payment method: covered by insurance or self-pay

• If you have had a lab or EKG within the last six months (only necessary for OPTIFAST® patients).

Complete all paperwork mailed to you before your appointment and bring it with you to your first appointment.

Have any previous lab and/or EKG results faxed to 512-406-7315, Attention: ARC Weight Management Program Director. Please do this before your first appointment or bring copies with you. If labs or EKG are not received, we will have to do them at the time of your visit.

If you have had lab work done at ARC, we can access the results through our system. However, you will need to request a copy of your EKG and bring that with you or have it faxed.

Decide which weekly group session you will attend:

Tuesdays 12:15pm – 1:15 pm Wednesdays 11:15am – 12:15pm Wednesdays 5:30pm – 6:30pm

Starting the Program

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Weight Management OPTIFAST Program Information Session...*ARC Weight Management OPTIFAST® patients who actively participate in a 26-week program typically lose approximately 50 pounds